Brendan Donovan

The Mariners have reportedly agreed to a trade that will send them Brendan Donovan from the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

It appears to be a three-team trade with the Rays that will send them Ben Williamson from the Mariners. Seattle had been linked to Donovan for weeks as they had been seeking another veteran infielder. The deal appears to be done pending medicals.

The Mariners reportedly remain interested in trading for Brendan Donovan.

Fantasy Impact

The talks around a trade involving Donovan have been quiet recently. It is unclear how close the Mariners and Cardinals got to a deal previously. It is currently slated to be Ben Williamson and top prospect Colt Emerson at third base for the Mariners after Eugenio Suarez signed a one-year deal with the Reds.

The Cardinals agreed to terms with INF/OF Brendan Donovan on a one-year, $5.8 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan has been in the middle of trade rumors all offseason. That will still remain a situation to monitor.

The Giants and Mariners have emerged as the frontrunners to land Brendan Donovan.

Fantasy Impact

It seems more likely that Donovan will be on the move as the Cardinals are in rebuild mode. They will be looking to acquire multiple prospects for him.

The Giants, Mariners and Royals have expressed interest in trading for Brendan Donovan.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan is one of several second baseman who could be either signed or traded this week at the winter meetings. Ketel Marte is likely going to be the first one on the move before the flood gates open for the other second baseman to potentially be moved.