Luis Severino Joins A's with Record $67M Contract
TL;DR
The Oakland Athletics have signed right-handed pitcher Luis Severino to a three-year, $67 million contract, marking the largest free agent signing in the club's history. Severino, who previously played for the New York Yankees and Mets, is expected to be a key part of the A's rotation, potentially making the Opening Day start. The deal includes an opt-out after the second year, and the signing is part of the A's efforts to boost their payroll ahead of the Winter Meetings.
- Athletics to sign Luis Severino Athletics Nation
- Sources: Severino, A's reach 3-year, $67M deal ESPN
- Severino agrees to 3-year, $67M deal with A's, largest in club history (source) MLB.com
- All-Star pitcher Luis Severino lands historic deal with A's: reports Fox News
- Luis Severino leaves Mets for stunning $67 million A’s contract in MLB free agency New York Post
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