MLB Offseason Moves: Who's the Most Missed and Who's the Best Gone? (2026)

MLB Insiders Weigh In on Teams' Best and Worst Subtractions of the Offseason

The annual spring preview survey of 36 MLB executives, former executives, managers, coaches, and scouts reveals the most and least irreplaceable players of the offseason.

The Most Irreplaceable Subtractions

1. Alex Bregman (Red Sox) - 11 votes
2. Pete Alonso (Mets) - 10 votes
3. Kyle Tucker (Cubs) - 6 votes
4. Framber Valdez (Astros) - 5 votes
5. Ranger Suárez (Phillies) - 4 votes
6. Freddy Peralta (Brewers) - 4 votes
7. Edwin Díaz (Mets) - 3 votes

The Best Subtractions

1. Nick Castellanos (Phillies) - 6 votes
2. Marcus Semien (Rangers) - 5 votes
3. Framber Valdez (Astros) - 3 votes
4. Luis Robert Jr. (White Sox) - 3 votes
5. Anthony Rendon (Angels) - 2 votes
6. Devin Williams (Yankees) - 2 votes
7. Nolan Arenado (Cardinals) - 2 votes

Special Mets Subtraction Division

• All those Mets veterans heading out the door - 3 votes
• Jeff McNeil - 3 votes
• Brandon Nimmo - 1 vote
• Pete Alonso - 1 vote
• Ryan Helsley - 1 vote

Controversial Takeaway

The survey reveals a clear divide between the most and least irreplaceable players, with Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso topping the list. However, the best subtraction category is more controversial, with Nick Castellanos receiving votes before he was even officially subtracted from the Phillies' roster.