When the cataclysmic World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees ends, no later than Nov. 2, baseball’s free agency bonanza begins. If last year is any indication, it will last right through spring training.

Since the Rangers don’t have to worry any longer about defending their World Series title, they can at least begin the process of sorting through their wants and needs.

With payroll expected to fall from $260 million to below the competitive balance tax threshold of $241 million, they may have to focus on needs more than wants. But with that said, let’s continue looking at potential fits.

But with that said, let’s continue looking at potential fits.