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10 Most Overpaid Players Of The 2014-15 MLB Offseason So Far

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10 Most Overpaid Players Of The 2014-15 MLB Offseason So Far

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Every offseason, free agent signings give fans something to get excited about. Some of the contracts signed make plenty of sense, while others make people question the GM's sanity. Here is a look at the 10 most overpaid free agent contracts so far this MLB offseason.

10. Pablo Sandoval

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10. Pablo Sandoval

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Pablo Sandoval was not only the best third baseman on the market, but also one of the best offensive players available. He does not come without risk, however. Weight issues were a concern throughout his time in San Francisco, and a five-year, $95 million contract is a risk if these problems crop up again.

9. Victor Martinez

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9. Victor Martinez

Victor Martinez Detroit Tigers
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Victor Martinez was great last season as he even garnered MVP consideration. Initially, his deal may be considered a bargain, but as he nears the end of his four-year, $68 million contract, age and ability may become an issue.

8. Andrew Miller

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8. Andrew Miller

Andrew Miller New York Yankees
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Andrew Miller was the best free agent reliever on the market, but he has never been counted on to pitch in pressure-filled ninth innings. If he can dominate as well in a closer role, he will be a great piece to the Yankees' bullpen. If he falters under the pressure, his four-year, $36 million contract will look like a giant mistake.

7. David Robertson

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7. David Robertson

David Robertson New York Yankees
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What does one successful year of closing earn you? It earned David Robertson a four-year, $46 million contract. Long-term closers are rare in baseball, and a pitcher with 47 career saves will have a lot to live up to.

6. Hanley Ramirez

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6. Hanley Ramirez

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When healthy, Hanley Ramirez is one of the best talents in all of baseball, but injuries and mental lapses have hurt his value. Moving from shortstop to left field makes his four-year, $88 million contract even more of a risk.

5. Alex Rios

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5. Alex Rios

Alex Rios Kansas City Royals
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Coming off a year where he saw a decline in almost every offensive category, Alex Rios was still able to earn a one-year contract at $11 million. Once a feared power hitter, Rios has failed to hit over 20 home runs in each of the past two seasons. At 34 years old, there is some question as to whether his power will return.

4. Edinson Volquez

Edinson Volquez Kansas City Royals
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4. Edinson Volquez

Edinson Volquez Kansas City Royals
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Though Edinson Volquez had his first good season in six years, he was able to earn himself at least $20 million over the next two seasons. With a shaky history, the Royals need him to repeat his 2014 performance.

3. Zach Duke

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3. Zach Duke

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Zach Duke barely pitched in 2012 and was awful in 2013, but his successful 2014 season with the Milwaukee Brewers earned him a hefty three-year, $15 million contract from the Chicago White Sox.

2. Brett Anderson

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2. Brett Anderson

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Brett Anderson has only pitched in 123 innings over the past three seasons, but he was still able to net a $10 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He has plenty of upside, but keeping him on the mound throughout a full season has never been easy.

1. Michael Cuddyer

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1. Michael Cuddyer

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Not only will Michael Cuddyer cost the New York Mets $21 million over the next two years, but he will also cost them a first-round pick this June. He looked to be a lock to stay in Colorado, but the Mets believed that he could still hit at a high level. When healthy, Cuddyer has proven to be among one of the league's best, but he has struggled to stay on the field consistently.

Pete Schwichtenberg is a MLB writer for Rantsports. Follow @schwick26_pete, Like him on Facebook or Add him to your Google Network.

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