Blake Snell's High-Value Free Agency Continues Amid Performance Concerns

Despite impressive performance, teams hesitate over Snell's high walk rate and lack of complete games.

Blake Snell, two-time Cy Young winner and last year's National League Cy Young winner, remains a free agent with his agent, Scott Boras, seeking a 9-year, $270 million deal.
Snell's performance has been impressive, but concerns about his high walk rate and lack of complete games raise questions about his value.
Snell's agent, Scott Boras, is known for securing high-value contracts for his clients, but the asking price for Snell may be too high for many teams.
Despite the risks, Snell is considered the best free-agent starter available, with teams like the Red Sox, Mets, and Yankees potentially interested.
Snell's future performance is uncertain, as he is entering his age 31 season and has had a history of not pitching enough innings to qualify for the ERA title.