Todd Frazier Trade Rumors: Latest News, Speculation Surrounding White Sox 3B

The Chicago White Sox are reportedly listening to trade inquiries for third baseman Todd Frazier as part of what could be a busy offseason for the organization.

Continue for updates.

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Dodgers Reportedly Have Reached Out About Frazier

Tuesday, Dec. 6

Jon Heyman of Today's Knuckleball reported the Los Angeles Dodgers have contacted the White Sox regarding Frazier. However, L.A. would still prefer to bring back Justin Turner, per Heyman.

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Latest on Frazier's Trade Availability

Tuesday, Dec. 6

Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reported Nov. 9 that Frazier is among a high-profile group of potential White Sox trade assets this winter that also includes Chris Sale, Jose Quintana, Brett Lawrie, Melky Cabrera and David Robertson.

Sale was traded to the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday, which Boston announced on Twitter.

"I think they're in the exact same place they were in during the summer," a rival executive told Rosenthal. "They'll listen on everyone, but I think they'll focus on trying to move the short-term guys first and then listen on the big guys—and ultimately not move the big guys."

Frazier would fall into the category of "short-term guys." He's under team control for only one more season and can hit free agency after the 2017 campaign, according to Spotrac.

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Frazier Showcased Power After Move to AL

The 30-year-old infielder slugged a career-high 40 home runs during his first season with the White Sox after spending his first five years with the Cincinnati Reds. His batting average fell to a career-low .225, and his .302 OBP was the lowest since his rookie season.

While the latter numbers are concerning, finding the type of power he possesses isn't easy, which equates to value on the trade market. And it's no surprise the White Sox may be looking to shake things up after going 78-84 to miss the playoffs for the eighth straight season.

That said, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune noted Frazier expressed interest in sticking with the White Sox in August after building a straightforward relationship with general manager Rick Hahn:

Several teams make sense as trade partners on paper if Chicago does opt to move him. The San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels and New York Yankees are among the clubs that could use both more power and an upgrade at third base.

Ultimately, Frazier doesn't get on base enough to serve as the main piece of an offense despite his pop. But he's a perfect fit as a No. 5 or No. 6 hitter who can deliver a lot of runs for a team with a strong top of the order.