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Athletics decline option for Jeff McNeil, sending him to free agency

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 9:17 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Athletics decline option for Jeff McNeil, sending him to free agency

Summary

The Oakland Athletics have declined the club option for infielder Jeff McNeil, who has played one season with the team after a career with the New York Mets. McNeil, 34, finished the 2026 season with 126 hits, nine home runs, and 59 RBIs across 478 at-bats, holding a.264 batting average. With the Athletics' disappointing 64-98 record, the franchise may seek a new second baseman, possibly looking at Zack Gelof as a replacement. McNeil will explore free agency as the offseason approaches.

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By the Numbers

•Athletics declined club options for Jeff McNeil and Jeffrey Springs.
•McNeil hit.264 with nine home runs in 2026.
•Zack Gelof may replace McNeil at second base.
•Athletics finished 2026 with a 64-98 record.
•MLB free agency begins on November 2.

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9:17 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Mets star Jeff McNeil headed for free agency after Athletics decision

What they're saying

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MLB free agency is right around the corner (November 2) now that the World Series is concluded. On Friday, the Athletics made an official decision regarding former New York Mets star Jeff McNeil, deciding his offseason fate. Reports indicate that the Athletics opted to decline the club option for the 34-year-old infielder. Left-handed pitcher […] The post Ex-Mets star Jeff McNeil headed for free agency after Athletics decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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