5 players who could use a change of scenery

Jonathan Papelbon simultaneously penned his resignation with the Washington Nationals on Sunday with the same hands he wrapped around the neck of expected National League MVP Bryce Harper.

While still under contract for next season, the Nationals will surely try to part ways with Papelbon, who was suspended by the team Monday due to his violent dugout conduct.

Though Papelbon's actions and attitude has led to his quick demise in Washington, he's not the only player that should be in search of a new home next season.

Here are five players that could benefit from a change of scenery heading into 2016:

Hanley Ramirez, Boston Red Sox

Ramirez won't finish the season with the Red Sox as the $88-million failed investment was sent home to Miami to rehab his injured shoulder. When, and if, he comes back next spring, he's likely to be without a position. The Red Sox have floated the idea of featuring the defensively challenged slugger at first base, but it's unlikely new team president Dave Dombrowski will risk rolling the dice on Ramirez at another new position to start a season. Parting ways with Ramirez won't be cheap, with the Red Sox likely having to absorb much of the remaining $68 million on his contract or taking another bad deal in return.

C.J. Wilson, Los Angeles Angels

A number of Wilson's Angels' teammates were reportedly upset with the left-hander's decision to have season-ending elbow surgery last month rather than push through the pain. It was also rumored the team tried to move Wilson in July and will likely continue in its efforts to deal him over the winter if his elbow proves healthy. The 34-year-old has failed to live up to his lofty $77.5-million deal signed in 2011, posting a 4.24 ERA over the last two seasons, and with a young core of pitchers lined up for next season's rotation, Wilson would likely be the odd man out.

Yasiel Puig, Los Angeles Dodgers

As talented as he is, Puig appears to have worn out his welcome with the Dodgers. The subject of clubhouse controversy since arriving three seasons ago, the oft-injured star outfielder was reportedly on the trading block earlier this season. Still just 24 years old and owed a reasonable $25 million over the next three seasons, the Dodgers would likely receive a nice return if they finally cut bait with Puig - a move some in the organization are believed to view as addition by subtraction. When asked earlier this year if he wanted to be traded, Puig said no, but also acknowledged he'd play anywhere. He's been limited to only 77 games this season, and the Dodgers will still likely finish with 90-plus wins.

Starlin Castro, Chicago Cubs

Castro's demotion from the Cubs everyday shortstop job has helped fuel the 25-year-old to a .369/.388/.604 slash line since Aug. 7, but it's unlikely he remains in the team's long-term plans as they appear set with Addison Russell at shortstop and Javier Baez poised to be his double-play partner. Castro's name was mentioned frequently leading up to the non-waiver trade deadline, and expect the same over the winter. Already with six seasons under his belt, Castro is owed over $40 million through 2019.

Jurickson Profar, Texas Rangers

Once considered one of the top prospects in baseball, Profar hasn't appeared in a major-league game since 2013. The Rangers infielder has undergone multiple surgeries to correct a slew of shoulder tears, and it would be understandable if the organization opts to move on. Rougned Odor has emerged as the team's second baseman of the future, and with Elvis Andrus locked in through 2022, Profar's path back to the majors is blocked. The Rangers would be selling low on Profar, but if they've grown tired of the 22-year-old's injury woes, it would be hard to blame them.