MLB Trade Rumors: All 30 Teams' Odds of Dealing for David Wright

It's no secret that the Mets are going to struggle this year. After losing Jose Reyes to free agency, and watching Carlos Beltran depart midseason in 2011, New York finds itself left with very little star power. 

One of the bright spots is, and always was, third baseman David Wright. Though injuries have been a constant problem for the still-young star, when he is healthy, he is one of the best players in baseball.

Wright is capable of hitting over .300 with good power numbers, some steals and spectacular defense when he's not hobbled by bodily ailments.

Hence, he will be a very big trade target this season. The Mets will want to dump him off to a contender for the right price, and there will be a lot of very eager teams clamoring for his services.  The front office wants to keep Wright in town, though. So is the team he's already on the front-runner?

Without further adieu, let's look at all 30 teams' odds for acquiring Wright. I was never good at math, so we're going to use the term "odds" very lightly...more like "percentages."

Arizona Diamondbacks

Current 3B: Ryan Roberts

The D'Backs have a good young core in their offense with Justin Upton, Miguel Montero and others. They stocked up a little bit on pitching by adding Trevor Cahill in the offseason. Wouldn't adding Wright be just an embarrassment of riches for the defending NL West champs?

I think so. Then again, the payroll in Arizona doesn't even exceed $75 million. Could they make a run at Wright? It would be shocking, but they could. If they landed him, they'd be a strong favorite to represent the National League in the World Series this season. I don't see it happening, but don't count them out.

Chances: 5 percent

Atlanta Braves

Current 3B: Juan Francisco

The Braves would love nothing more than to boost their playoff hopes while dismantling the last great hope of the rival Mets. But it won't happen. Atlanta has their old fan favorite, Chipper Jones waiting on the DL to return for his final swan song.

Plus, offense isn't the problem. With Freddie Freeman, Jason Heyward, Brian McCann and Dan Uggla hitting in the heart of the order, they will be just fine. As long as everyone stays healthy, the Braves are a legit contender, so they don't need to drop any cash on a guy like Wright.

Chances: 2.5 percent

Baltimore Orioles

Current 3B: Mark Reynolds

The O's seem pretty smitten with Reynolds and his 200+ strikeouts every year at the hot corner. Which is a damn shame, because the rest of that lineup can rake pretty hard. I really like some of their young hitters, specifically Adam Jones and Matt Wieters.

Landing someone like Wright to insert in the middle of the order would make a lot of sense, but Baltimore's first priority still needs to be developing the young pitching staff or looking for an impact starter to acquire. Besides, would Wright want to go from last place in the NL East to last place in the AL East?

Chances: 5 percent

Boston Red Sox

Current 3B: Kevin Youkilis

You hate to completely count out a big spender like Boston in a scenario like this, but I have to. Youk is the third baseman there, and until his body completely breaks down, it will stay that way. The Red Sox have an abundance of offense already, and need to focus on the flimsy rotation.

Especially now that Andrew Bailey is on the DL and his two replacements in Mark Melancon and Alfredo Aceves combined to lose game one in Detroit, they should be on the hunt for suitable back-end bullpen help and another starter to complement Jon Lester and Josh Beckett.

Chances: 2.5 percent

Chicago Cubs

Current 3B: Ian Stewart

This is actually an intriguing possibility to me. I don't think Theo Epstein will pull the trigger on something like quite yet, but I won't put it past him. Obviously, Stewart is not the long-term answer for anyone at third base, let alone a historic franchise with a win-starved fan base.

If Epstein could pull off a deal to get Wright and sign him long-term, it would not only replace the lost production from Aramis Ramirez, but give the fans something to rally around. A young infield of Wright, Starlin Castro and Darwin Barney would get the rest of the NL Central to take some notice.

Chances: 7.5 percent

Chicago White Sox

Current 3B: Brent Morel

The ChiSox have some positions to upgrade as soon as possible. Guys like Paul Konerko, A.J. Pierzynski and Alex Rios are either getting old or irrelevant fairly soon. Third base is not one of those spots. I think Chicago wants to take a good, long look at Morel there and see what he can do.

If the Sox were to acquire Wright, it would continue the erratic moving of GM Kenny Williams, but would also spring them from my last place pick in the division to right in the mix. I don't see it happening, but then again, Williams does like to pull moves out of his...nevermind.

Chances: 7.5 percent

Cincinnati Reds

Current 3B: Scott Rolen

I don't think this is great timing for Cincy to make a run at Wright. Despite his age, they should roll with Scott Rolen at that position again and see what he can produce over a full season again. They've got Jay Bruce and Joey Votto locked up long term to fill the heart of the order and now need to turn their attention to Brandon Phillips.

If a deal isn't struck with Phillips and he walks away after the season, the Reds could make a stronger push for Wright at the end of the season. But as many Reds fans realize, the rotation still isn't strong enough, even with the addition of Mat Latos. That should be the Reds' top priority.

Chances: 5 percent

Cleveland Indians

Current 3B: Jack Hannahan

The fans in Cleveland love Hannahan, but let's be real. He's no David Wright. I haven't heard anything over time about the Indians pursuing Wright, but wouldn't that be a coup? They are a fringe Wild Card contender this year in my opinion, but that would vault them to a legitimate candidate.

With $78 million on the books right now, could the Indians afford Wright in that market? I don't know. But if they did pony up and make the move, there would be straight up giddiness in Cleveland. A lineup with Wright, Asdrubal Cabrera, Carlos Santana, Casey Kotchman and Shin-Soo Choo would be pretty crazy.

Chances: 2.5 percent

Colorado Rockies

Current 3B: Jordan Pacheco

Who? Just kidding, let's give this Pacheco kid a shot before we tear him down. But David Wright hitting in Denver is frightening for any opposing team. And a heart of the order with him, Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez would be ridiculous.

There is one problem—the Rockies have already invested a ton of money into those other two stars. If they have any money leftover, they need to pursue rotation depth (like always). That's assuming that not all their young hurlers with tons of potential work out as planned.

Chances: 2.5 percent

Detroit Tigers

Current 3B: Miguel Cabrera

I've never heard of this Cabrera guy you speak of. There's no way the Tigers go out and make a move for Wright. They just spent the remaining budget of Detroit on picking up Prince Fielder and already are early favorites to advance through the pack of strong AL teams to the World Series in 2012.

While it would surely help to confirm those aspirations, they don't have the money to get Wright, nor the necessity. Their lineup is set, and they'd be better served looking for cheaper role players to come off the bench. Or in another sure-thing starter to complement Justin Verlander.

Chances: 0 percent

Houston Astros

Current 3B: Chris Johnson

Don't make me laugh. Come on. The Astros are smack dab in the middle of a huge re-building phase. And unless you "re-build" like the Yankees, you're not going to go drop a huge number or a load of prospects to get a guy like Wright.

I'm sure the front office in Houston and the fans would love to get a star coming back to Houston, considering Lance Berkman, Hunter Pence and Michael Bourn are already gone, with Carlos Lee, Wandy Rodriguez and Brett Myers likely on the block soon. But it just won't happen.

Chances: 1 percent

Kansas City Royals

Current 3B: Mike Moustakas

This is also "not gonna happen" territory. The Royals have a solid young group of hitters, and Moustakas is one of the guys they are most excited about. Besides, they really have other things to focus on. Exhibit A: Alex Gordon just signed an extension with the team. Now, they must move on to locking up first baseman Eric Hosmer.

As for their positional needs, we are talking about a team who needs to bolster their rotation. I like what they've done acquiring Jonathan Sanchez and the resurgence of Luke Hochevar has been fun to watch, but the pitching staff is relatively weak. And in order to compete in the tough American League, they need more.

Chances: 0 percent

Los Angeles Angels

Current 3B: Mark Trumbo

Although I'm sure the spend-happy Arte Moreno is drooling over the mere possibility of Wright being a free agent, they are going to get 30 home runs out of Trumbo this year. No need to go crazy and make another big move. The Angels are already in a great position to compete.

The Angels need to focus on upgrading in left field, at catcher and in the bullpen if they really are worried about making any changes. But if Wright does in fact become a trade chip halfway through the 2012 season, and the Angels are under performing...who knows?

Chances: 1.5 percent

Los Angeles Dodgers

Current 3B: Juan Uribe

Yes, please. This became a real possibility as soon as the ownership was made official. We know that Magic Johnson, Stan Kasten and company want to win NOW. Time will tell what kind of cost that desire will incur, but Wright, Brandon Phillips and Cole Hamels all became real possibilities for the Dodgers.

There's no telling if they would go for it in mid-season, but I'm willing to bet they would. Either way, it would be a terrific upgrade over Uribe, who is only good for his glove. There is no question the Dodgers can afford Wright now, but should they really throw money at him when they have Clayton Kershaw and Andre Ethier waiting for their own extensions?

Chances: 15 percent

Miami Marlins

Current 3B: Hanley Ramirez

Yeah, it's not going to happen. Jeffrey Loria, the Marlins owner, must be pulling lint and paper clips out of his pockets when he is reaching for change these days. Miami absolutely broke the bank on signing Jose Reyes, Mark Buehrle and Heath Bell this winter and have no cash left over for Wright.

Even if they did, would he fit in? Would that move Hanley to the outfield? It seems unlikely. The Marlins need to stick with the three very expensive, but very solid moves they made over the winter. If Josh Johnson returns to form, this young ball club is already a borderline playoff team.

Chances: 0 percent

Milwaukee Brewers

Current 3B: Aramis Ramirez

Going out and getting Ramirez after losing Prince Fielder was a brilliant move by the Brewers. You've got to love that Ramirez very quietly posted the best 2011 of any third baseman, earning Silver Slugger honors. That being said, he's no healthy David Wright.

And THAT being said, the Brewers can't afford, nor need to chase after, Wright. The prospect of Wright and Ryan Braun hitting back to back is terrifying, but Ramirez will do just fine in there. Milwaukee has more pressing needs at other positions.

Chances: 1.5 percent

Minnesota Twins

Current 3B: Danny Valencia

Wouldn't the Twins just love to throw this right-handed bat between lefties Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau? Well, it's not going to happen. The Twins can't afford it, and it's not how they go about their winning ways anyhow. Valencia is serviceable and will stay at the hot corner for the time being.

Minnesota's main worries go two-deep: Are Morneau and Mauer healthy enough to contribute in a big way? And what do we do about Carl Pavano's awful mustache? Okay, their real worry is that Pavano is the ace of the rotation. After he and Francisco Liriano, just average starters to begin with, they are lost.

Chances: 1.5 percent

New York Mets

Current 3B: David Wright

This slide might further explain why I haven't picked many teams over the 50 percent mark, let alone over 25 percent. I firmly believe Wright will be a Met after this season. I think the front office there really wants to sign him long-term, and will work out a deal by the end of the season.

And with Wright on board, the Mets are on the right path. You've got Ike Davis at the other corner and a decent foundation in the rotation with John Niese, R.A. Dickey and, dare I say it, Johan Santana. Rotation depth, a little outfield help and a legitimate closer would go a long way towards making the Mets a playoff team again. But it all starts with Wright.

Chances: 25 percent

New York Yankees

Current 3B: Alex Rodriguez

Can they afford it? Check. Do they need it? Check. Will they go after it? Check. The Yankees are always players for stars that hit the market, if nothing else but to bid up the price. Third base is a real worry for them, though. Not because A-Rod is done, but because in order to get the best production possible out of Rodriguez, they need to transition him to DH soon.

While filling in the brittle A-Rod's position with a very injury-prone David Wright wouldn't necessarily be a small risk, the reward is huge. The Yanks don't need any more firepower. But, really...when has that ever stopped them? Adding Wright would make the Yankees hands-down favorites for the World Series.

Chances: 5 percent

Oakland Athletics

Current 3B: Josh Donaldson

Will Billy Beane pull another Matt Holliday-type move for David Wright? The easy answer is no. But you really don't know with Billy. I don't think anything will happen on this front. Besides, they've got a guy there on the DL who management is excited about in Scott Sizemore.

For the time being, Donaldson has shown a solid glove and is actually an okay hitter. No need to spend what little money the A's have on an All-Star third baseman who will be shipped out of town for prospects shortly thereafter anyway. Beane isn't THAT crazy.

Chances: 0 percent

Philadelphia Phillies

Current 3B: Placido Polanco

Sure, why not? That seems to be Ruben Amaro's mindset anyway, and they could use some offense since Chase Utley and Ryan Howard are enjoying their time away. Polanco is still a good player, but his age is starting to show—he's nowhere near as productive as his glory years.

While I think the Mets will hesitate to trade Wright within the division, I'm sure they'd pull the trigger if the price was right. The Phils certainly have the money and the aggressiveness to sign Wright, but I still don't think it would happen. Just never say never with Amaro.

Chances: 2.5 percent

Pittsburgh Pirates

Current 3B: Pedro Alvarez

The Pirates purposely signed Casey McGehee to provide depth for their corner infielders. Alvarez at third base and Garrett Jones at first base are both absolutely loaded with potential, but have done nothing in the big leagues but tease with flashes of their talents here and there.

Taking Pittsburgh's quest to reach .500 for the first time in a millennium more seriously would be aided by getting Wright, but they can't give up on Alvarez yet. Thus far, they've gone about this thing the right way, and overpaying for an injury-prone, albeit immensely talented, third baseman would be a weird deviation.

Chances: 0 percent

San Diego Padres

Current 3B: Chase Headley

I also like how the Padres are going about their business. They know they won't be competitive this year, so they stocked up on some nice prospects. Most notably, new first baseman Yonder Alonso looks like he could be a superstar hitter if he keeps improving.

Headley is good enough as a third baseman and may yet break out in his own right. Trading a load of those good prospects for Wright just to make a desperate run at the wild card in 2012 doesn't seem to make a lot of sense for San Diego. Plus, it's the same situation as going to Baltimore—would Wright want to go from last place to last place?

Chances: 0 percent

San Francisco Giants

Current 3B: Pablo Sandoval

The Giants are happy with the moves they made to improve the offense this winter, and I don't expect them to go after a big bat for another couple years. Before that happens, they need to decide which combo of Tim Lincecum, Buster Posey and Madison Bumgarner will get extensions in a couple years.

As it stands now, the Giants have one of the better young third baseman in Sandoval, and plenty of young prospects to wait and see on. Adding Wright would make San Francisco the prohibitive favorites for the World Series in the NL, but I just don't see where he would fit in, or how it would make any financial sense.

Chances: 0 percent

Seattle Mariners

Current 3B: Kyle Seager

I don't think people understand how close the M's are to being a good team again. Or how willing they are to spend on becoming competitive. You've got to love some of the young pieces in Seattle. Jesus Montero, Dustin Ackley and Justin Smoak have a ton of upside.

If Mike Carp and Michael Saunders figure it out, they pair with Franklin Gutierrez, Ichiro and Miguel Olivio to form a good offense. Plus there's Felix Hernandez and a couple promising youngsters in the rotation and a 'pen anchored by Brandon League? Wright makes this team absolutely legit.

Chances: 5 percent

St. Louis Cardinals

Current 3B: David Freese

Wouldn't that be a trip? The defending champs lose Albert Pujols, everyone doubts them, they sign David Wright and march straight back to the top? Ugh, never mind. You're right, that would be awful. The Cards are happy with what they have at third base, and as a team in general.

And honestly, I agree. I think they'll be back in the playoffs in 2012, probably as a wild card team. And they won't need a star like Wright to get them there. Signing Carlos Beltran and getting Adam Wainwright back should be enough to keep St. Louis about the same level as last year.

Chances: 0 percent

Tampa Bay Rays

Current 3B: Evan Longoria

The Rays are far too poor to make this move happen. Plus, Longoria and Wright are both so stellar, what would you tell the one who doesn't get to play third base? Throw away your glove, you're the new DH? That wouldn't go over well.

Wright would be a perfect fit for a team with the mentality like the Rays, but it's just a pointless move. And financially impossible for the Rays. They are already favorites in the AL with that deep rotation, so I'm sure they'll save money, cut their losses, and pass on Wright.

Chances: 0 percent

Texas Rangers

Current 3B: Adrian Beltre

God, no. Please, no. If the Rangers get another huge bat, they will be even more than Murderer's Row. It would be like Serial Killer's Row. If you laughed at that awful joke, shame on you and thank you very much. But seriously, the Rangers don't need another hitter.

The two-time defending champion Rangers are ready to rock the AL again with what they have. And if Yu Darvish doesn't pan out, they will need to go looking for another starter for the rotation. Besides, if you haven't heard—Adrian Beltre is a pretty good player over there.

Chances: 0 percent

Toronto Blue Jays

Current 3B: Brett Lawrie

The Jays are really excited about Lawrie, and rightfully so. The kid has a ton of potential and showed them what he could do last year with a late-season call-up. While they'd love to have an established star alongside Jose Bautista, the focus needs to be on developing the young talent they've already so expertly acquired.

With Lawrie and Bautista, plus guys like J.P. Arencibia and Yunel Escobar, the last thing the Jays need is offense. Even their young pitching is good...Toronto needs to just let this dish simmer to let the flavor completely soak in. In a season or two, it will be delicious.

Chances: 0 percent

Washington Nationals

Current 3B: Ryan Zimmerman

Here's another team with no room for Wright. The third baseman in D.C. is Zimmerman, and he's the face of the franchise right now. The Nats also boast a stellar young lineup, and the only room for a new face would probably be in left or center, the latter being where Bryce Harper will stake his claim in a few months.

I've picked the Nationals to win the division this year behind the acquisition of Gio Gonzalez and the return of Stephen Strasburg, but I think adding Wright would make it a no-brainer. Luckily, they don't need him and won't go out and get him anyway.

Chances: 0 percent