Manny Machado is the first choice addition to the White Sox infield, but Mike Moustakas could be a backup option if Machado signs elsewhere.
MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported that the White Sox and Phillies, both teams squarely in the Machado chase, are "monitoring Moustakas' marketplace" while waiting for Machado's decision.
While Moustakas wouldn't excite the fan base in the same way that Machado would, the 30-year-old third baseman would fill an immediate need at third base for the White Sox. Moustakas is a Scott Boras client, same as fellow free agent target Bryce Harper.
He spent his entire career with the Royals before being traded to the Brewers in the middle of the 2018 season. He was an All-Star for the second time in his career in 2017, which was the best offensive year of his career with highs in OPS (.835) and home runs (38). In 2018, Moustakas hit .251/.315/.459 with 28 home runs between the Royals and Brewers. His .774 OPS was his lowest since 2014.
From the sound of it, Moustakas' market will be dictated by Machado. Once Machado signs, teams looking for third basemen can push for Moustakas.
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