Luis Severino to Stay with Athletics by Exercising Player Option
Luis Severino, a right-handed pitcher for the Athletics, has decided to exercise his $22 million player option, opting to stay with the team for the last year of his contract. This decision comes as the Athletics prepare for their final season in Sacramento before Severino becomes a free agent in the 2027-28 offseason.
Despite previously expressing concerns about the facilities at Sutter Health Park, Severino's choice to remain with the A's is not unexpected. He had a 4.16 ERA over 12 starts this season before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury. Given his performance and the uncertainty of free agency, opting for the guaranteed salary appears to be a prudent move.
Severino's previous contract with the Athletics was a three-year deal worth $67 million, the largest in the franchise's history. His performance has been inconsistent, with a 4.43 ERA over 41 starts since joining the team. There is speculation that he could be traded this winter, but given the team's need for experienced pitchers, it is likely he will continue as a key player in the rotation.
