5 potential free-agent destinations for Chapman

Fresh off a World Series win, Aroldis Chapman will undoubtedly be the hottest commodity in free agency.

The fireball reliever's value won't be restricted by draft-pick compensation, thanks to the midseason trade that sent him from the New York Yankees to the Chicago Cubs, making it very likely that whoever signs him will break the previous record for a reliever - Jonathan Papelbon's $50-million contract from 2011-2015.

Here are five teams who could make the most noise with Chapman:

Los Angeles Dodgers

Chapman was a member of the Dodgers last offseason for about five seconds before the club nixed the deal after discovering he was under investigation for a domestic violence incident. If the Dodgers can't hold onto their own free-agent closer in Kenley Jansen, Los Angeles could aim to improve by weakening the competition, swooping in and nabbing Chapman away from Chicago.

New York Yankees

Even after dealing away the Cuban hurler in late July, the Bronx Bombers remained serious contenders to re-sign the 29-year-old for 2017 and beyond. Chapman missed the first month of 2016 with the Yankees due to a suspension for violating MLB's domestic violence policy, but with Andrew Miller now gone and Dellin Betances struggling as the sole closer, New York could bring the southpaw back for a bigger role.

Chicago Cubs

Chapman's best move may be to simply not move at all. With his performances throughout the postseason being such a key part of the Cubs' World Series run, Chicago will be relentless in trying to keep him at Wrigley Field. The North Siders aren't shying away from spending now with another World Series in sight, and Chapman's expected high demands won't slow them down.

Washington Nationals

Like the Dodgers, the Nationals will aim their resources at keeping Mark Melancon around, but they won't be able to prepare a qualifying offer for protection. With Melancon likely on his way out at Nationals Park, Chapman could be on his way in as Washington aims to improve upon its NLDS finish.

San Francisco Giants

Giants general manager Bobby Evans went public about his team's search for a closer immediately following his team's ninth-inning collapse against the Cubs that eliminated them in Game 4 of the NLDS. With their primary need obvious, look for the Giants to make a hard push for the left-hander, possibly reuniting him with former Cincinnati Reds teammate Johnny Cueto.