For now, though, Verdugo’s free agency is a reminder that talent alone isn’t enough to guarantee a long MLB career. If teams don’t believe a player can contribute consistently, or if they see him as more trouble than he’s worth, they’ll move on.

Verdugo’s agent, Dan Lozano of MVP Sports Group, didn’t return a message seeking comment. Last season, Verdugo made $8.7 million. A league source told The Athletic that the 28-year-old hasn’t received a single major-league offer since becoming a free agent.

Former New York Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo was projected to sign a contract worth over $50 million, but he doesn't have a single offer yet.