Phillies, Yankees, Red Sox predicted to enter bidding war for 39-HR Triple Crown winner
Several teams around the league will be looking for a third baseman this winter, particularly those hoping to add a reliable defender at the hot corner. The Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are among the teams that could be in the market. For the Yankees, third base has been a struggle over the last couple of seasons. The Phillies also face uncertainty at third base as they determine what to do with Alec Bohm. With question marks surrounding all three teams, particularly the Yankees and Phillies, each will need to consider its options. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden believes the three clubs could enter a bidding war for Japanese superstar Teruaki Sato. “Some teams believe he can stay at third base; others see him as best suited for first base or left field. Either way, the bat profiles for the middle of the order. I think he stays at third base initially and would…