Daniel Murphy rejects Mets' qualifying offer

Daniel Murphy (1B - FA)

Free agent Daniel Murphy declined a one-year, $15.8 million offer from the New York Mets. This ensures that the Mets will get a draft pick, if Murphy signs elsewhere. (ESPN)

Fantasy Impact
Murphy hit .281 with 14 homers and 73 RBIs last season. He also had an incredible playoff run. The Mets are still intent on bringing him back, but they will face competition. The Los Angeles Dodgers are rumored to be among Murphy's suitors.