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Jeffrey Springs struggles with home runs, faces uncertain future with A's

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 5:37 AM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Jeffrey Springs struggles with home runs, faces uncertain future with A's

Summary

Jeffrey Springs, pitching for the Athletics, had a difficult 2026 season with a 6.18 ERA and tied for the second-most home runs allowed in MLB, giving up 35. Ballpark data suggests he was unlucky, indicating he would have surrendered fewer home runs in different stadiums. As the A's are expected to decline his $15 million option for 2027, Springs may become a free agent. His performance has sparked discussions about the Oakland club's strategy, potentially shifting toward acquiring ground-ball pitchers this off-season.

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By the Numbers

•Springs finished 2026 with a 6.18 ERA.
•Allowed 35 home runs, tied for second-most in MLB.
•Data suggests he would have fared better in different ballparks.
•A's likely to decline Springs' $15 million option for 2027.
•The team may prioritize ground-ball pitchers this off-season.

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5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Jeffrey Springs' Home Run Misfortune Knows No Bounds

What they're saying

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A's left-hander Jeffrey Springs struggled to an ERA over six in 2026 while finishing tied for the second-most home runs allowed in MLB, but the ballpark data points to him potentially being a bounce-back candidate in 2027.
— Yahoo Sports

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