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Trent Grisham’s Top Ten Potential Teams Listed Ahead of 2027 Free Agency

The analysis outlines ten clubs that could sign Grisham, weighing his 2025 power and 2026 performance.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:20:24 GMT

Bleacher Report compiled a ranking of the ten most plausible landing spots for New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham as he approaches 2027 free agency. Grisham, who hit 34 home runs in 2025 and earned a $22.025 million qualifying offer, posted a .211/.308/.395 slash line with 18 homers, 59 RBIs and a 0.6 WAR over 121 games in 2026. The outlet argues that his age, on‑base skills and power make him attractive despite a down year.

The list begins with the Los Angeles Angels at No. 10, noting that a veteran like Grisham would fit the club’s existing outfield core of Mike Trout, Josh Lowe, Jose Siri and rookie Wade Meckler while allowing Trout to move back to a corner spot. At No. 9, the San Diego Padres are highlighted for their recent left‑field experimentation with Dustin Harris and Samad Taylor, suggesting Grisham could provide a steadier option.

Number 8 spots the Texas Rangers, whose 24‑year‑old center fielder Evan Carter posted a 1.9‑WAR defensive season but struggled offensively, making Grisham a potential upgrade. The Baltimore Orioles appear at No. 7, with the outlet pointing to under‑performing outfielders Dylan Beavers and Tyler O’Neill as reasons the club may look to improve.

At No. 6, the Toronto Blue Jays are mentioned, noting their links to Seiya Suzuki and Randy Arozarena and positioning Grisham as a fallback if those targets fall through. The San Francisco Giants take No. 5, with Bleacher Report citing the fallout from the Harrison Bader signing as a possible reason the Giants might consider a lower‑profile outfielder.

Further down the list, the Chicago Cubs, Miami Marlins, Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets round out the top ten, each evaluated on roster needs, budget constraints and the availability of outfield talent. The analysis concludes that a return to the Yankees is unlikely given the emergence of Spencer Jones, Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge in the club’s outfield for 2027.

Key facts

Trent Grisham hit 34 home runs in the 2025 season. (bleacherreport.com)
In 2026 he posted a .211/.308/.395 line with 18 homers, 59 RBIs and 0.6 WAR. (bleacherreport.com)
Bleacher Report ranked the Los Angeles Angels as his No. 10 potential suitor. (bleacherreport.com)
The analysis places the San Diego Padres at No. 9 on the list. (bleacherreport.com)
A return to the Yankees is deemed unlikely due to emerging outfield talent. (bleacherreport.com)