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The Miami Marlins are the best fit for <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/harrison-bader/58380">Harrison Bader</a>, assuming they are willing to spend even a bit this offseason. Their current outfield lacks a true center fielder, with <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jesus-sanchez/58307">Jesús Sánchez</a>, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/kyle-stowers/57812">Kyle Stowers</a>, and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/griffin-conine/75651">Griffin Conine</a> listed as starters.
Adding Bader could help the Marlins improve defensively while also positioning him as a potential trade chip at the deadline. A one-year deal would allow Miami to accelerate their rebuild if they aren’t competitive in 2025, flipping veterans like Bader for prospects midseason.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks have talented outfielders like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/corbin-carroll/58624">Corbin Carroll</a>, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jacob-mccarthy/58627">Jake McCarthy</a>, and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/alek-thomas/58630">Alek Thomas</a>, but none of them are ideal everyday center fielders. Bader’s defensive prowess makes him an excellent option for Arizona, especially if they lose <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/joc-pederson/58628">Joc Pederson</a> or <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/randal-grichuk/58625">Randal Grichuk</a> in free agency.
Bader’s right-handed bat would complement Arizona’s lefty-heavy outfield, and he could platoon with their existing players. His ability to prioritize defense over offense fits well with the D-backs’ strategy of fielding a competitive and balanced roster.
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With <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/daulton-varsho/57689">Daulton Varsho</a> recovering from rotator cuff surgery, the Toronto Blue Jays may need a center fielder for the start of 2025. Bader’s Gold Glove defense and experience fit the mold for Toronto, especially considering their preference for elite defensive outfielders like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/kevin-kiermaier/57686">Kevin Kiermaier</a> in previous seasons.
Bader can handle center field while Varsho recovers, and once Varsho is back, the Blue Jays could deploy a dream defensive outfield with two Gold Glove center fielders sharing duties across the field.
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Toronto Blue Jays

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If the Chicago White Sox decide to trade <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/luis-robert/57937">Luis Robert Jr.</a>, they’ll have a massive void in center field. Harrison Bader is a great fit for a team in need of a strong defensive anchor, even if the White Sox aren’t expected to contend in 2025.
Bader’s ability to support a young pitching staff and his potential as a trade asset make him a logical signing for the White Sox. By signing him to a short-term deal, Chicago could flip him at the deadline for future assets, addressing both short- and long-term needs.
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The Cleveland Guardians have <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/lane-thomas/58425">Lane Thomas</a> in center field, but his projected $8.3 million arbitration salary may make him expendable. If Cleveland trades Thomas, signing Bader to a cheaper deal would provide a defensive upgrade while saving money.
Bader’s skills would complement Cleveland’s pitching-focused roster, offering a reliable option in center field for a team that values run prevention above all else.

Cleveland Guardians

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After trading <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jose-siri/57855">José Siri</a> to the Mets, the Tampa Bay Rays could use a steady presence in center field. While it’s not typical for the Rays to spend on a defense-first veteran like Bader, his reliability could be a welcome addition to their outfield.
If the Rays decide to prioritize defense and consistency, Bader could be a strong fit for their 2025 roster, adding depth and experience to a team that always finds creative ways to compete.

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