The 29-year-old righty opened the 2024 season with the Detroit Tigers, posting a 2.95 ERA and 0.96 WHIP across 106.2 innings pitched. While the Tigers were in the playoff race, they flipped Flaherty to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the MLB trade deadline to strengthen their farm system.

As more free-agent pitchers continue to find their new homes this winter, the number of coveted starters has dwindled at a rapid pace. Now, one of the better starters available in the market is Japanese rookie sensation Roki Sasaki – who is available through the international posting system – and former Los Angeles Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty.

Jack Flaherty in free agency has been one of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason. With Corbin Burnes, Max Fried, and Blake Snell already signed, Flaherty is now the best starting pitcher available.