Every year in MLB, teams make moves in hopes of improving their respective ballclubs. While some of those transactions turn out to be underwhelming flops, many wind up being under-the-radar steals.
The 2015 season has had its share of bargain buys. Players like Shelby Miller, Josh Donaldson and Dee Gordon have settled into their new homes and performed at a high level.
There are plenty of factors that go into being a “steal.” Contracts, team control, production and trade packages all play into a team’s ability to make a shrewd deal.
The following eight players are making huge impacts with their new clubs. They are among the league leaders in many statistical categories and won’t hamper an organization financially for years to come.