Important Dates For The Athletics This Offseason

Connor Ashford outlines key offseason milestones for the Athletics, beginning with the need to hire a new General Manager. Important upcoming events include free agency opening five days after the World Series, the November 20 non-tender deadline, and the Winter Meetings scheduled for early December. Key contract decisions involve declining options on Jeffrey Springs and Jeff McNeil, while starter Luis Severino is expected to pick up his $22 million option.

Ashford notes potential disruptions from an impending labor lockout before the December 1 collective bargaining agreement expiration. The Winter Meetings feature the Draft Lottery, where the Athletics share a 16.5% chance at the top pick, alongside the Rule 5 Draft. Mid-January brings international signings and arbitration deadlines for players including Shea Langeliers and Zack Gelof, leading toward spring camp opening in mid-February.