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As MLB free agency begins today, here’s a look at the 2026-2027 MLB Offseason Calendar

November 2: Free Agency Begins Hot damn, that’s today! It’s been five days since the World Series ended, so that means that, as of 5 PM, the Red Sox’ exclusive window to negotiate with free agents will close and the…

By Dan Secatore · Over The Monster

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 5:02 PM

Key Things to Know

MLB free agency officially opened on November 2, beginning the 2026-2027 offseason schedule.
The collective bargaining agreement is scheduled to expire on December 1, threatening an impending lockout.
The Boston Red Sox have three players entering free agency: Sonny Gray, Patrick Sandoval, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Major League Baseball free agency officially opened on November 2, kicking off the critical dates of the 2026-2027 offseason calendar. Key milestones include the general managers' meetings from November 9 to 12 in Las Vegas, the Rule 5 protection and qualifying offer deadline on November 17, and the non-tender deadline on November 20.

Writer Dan Secatore highlights that the collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1, which is expected to trigger an owner-imposed lockout. For the Boston Red Sox, pending free agents include Sonny Gray, Patrick Sandoval, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa, while the threat of a labor stoppage could cancel the Winter Meetings and jeopardize the 2027 season.

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As MLB free agency begins today, here’s a look at the 2026-2027 MLB Offseason Calendar

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