MLB Rumors: Red Sox FA Justin Turner Tops Diamondbacks' Wishlist After World Series

As they look to retool following a disappointing loss in the World Series, the Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly looking into adding former Boston Red Sox third baseman Justin Turner in free agency, according to USA Today's Bob Nightengale.

Nightengale reported that the organization is "desperately" trying to bring in a third baseman and the 38-year-old is apparently at the top of their wish list.

Turner—a former World Series Champion with the Los Angeles Dodgers—exercised his opt out clause after spending just one season with the Red Sox.

While it was a down year for Boston, finishing last in the AL East, Turner ended up being a pretty nice addition and contributor throughout the season, hitting .276/.345/.455 with 23 homers and 96 RBI—a career-best mark for him.

Turner also finished the season with a .800 OPS.

The Diamondbacks would essentially be replacing one 38-year-old, former All-Star for another as they signed Evan Longoria to a one-year, $4 million contract ahead of the 2023 campaign. He is set to hit free agency this offseason.

Arizona didn't exactly get what it was hoping for in the four-time All-Star as Longoria hit just .223/.295/.422 with 11 homers and 28 RBIs in 73 games. He was particularly ineffective in the postseason, producing eight hits and four RBI in 16 games.

While Turner may be past his prime, the two-time All-Star will bring some much-needed experience and championship pedigree to a squad that went on a surprise run through a loaded NL playoff field.

He'll also be a relatively cheap option as he signed a two-year, $21.7 million deal with Boston last offseason.