Elephant Rumblings: A’s Face Plenty of Decisions This Offseason

The Athletics enter the offseason facing major roster and coaching decisions after dismissing pitching coach Scott Emerson, assistant hitting coach Chris Cron, and quality control coach Marcus Jensen, while manager Mark Kotsay remains in his position. Ben Wiley reports that the club must resolve several significant contract options before addressing free agency ahead of a potential December 1 lockout.

Key player decisions include right-hander Luis Severino's $22 million player option, which he must decide on within five days of the World Series ending. The Athletics also hold a $15 million club option with a $750,000 buyout on Jeffrey Springs, while second baseman Jeff McNeil has a $15 million option with a $2 million buyout funded by the Mets.