Former Yankees Star Pitcher Returns to Athletics

Former Yankees Star Pitcher Returns to Athletics

Former New York Yankees pitcher Luis Severino has decided that he will return to the Athletics for this coming baseball season. Severino held a $22 million player option for the 2027 season, and he could have chosen to decline it and immediately become a free agent this offseason. However, he has decided to exercise his […]

Luis Severino Exercises $22M Option to Stay With Athletics

Luis Severino will exercise his $22 million player option, keeping him with the Athletics for their final season in Sacramento. After a shoulder injury ended his 2026 season, the 32-year-old is choosing financial security and time to recover over free agency—while the A’s weigh whether to keep him as a veteran rotation anchor or explore a trade.

Luis Severino To Exercise Player Option, Remain With A's - RAW CHILI

Athletics right-hander Luis Severino will exercise his $22MM player option and forgo a return to the open market, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez of

Luis Severino To Exercise Player Option, Remain With A's

Athletics right-hander Luis Severino will exercise his $22MM player option and forgo a return to the open market, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez of Rompiendo Sports. Severino will remain with the A’s in their final season in Sacramento before becoming a free agent in the 2027-28 offseason. Although Severino previously expressed dissatisfaction with the facilities at Sutter Health Park, it’s no surprise that the veteran will stick around for…