Although much of the conversation this offseason has centered around Juan Soto, Snell is arguably the most coveted starter on the market. The Red Sox already have met with Soto, leaving him impressed. However, pitching — particularly a top-tier starter —remains the focal point of the Sox’ to-do list.

Blake Snell reportedly already met with two big-market MLB teams, including an NL West division rival, early in free agency.