MLB free agent class sees only 8 qualifying offers issued
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 10:33 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Major League Baseball teams issued just eight qualifying offers by the November 2 deadline, marking one of the lowest totals since the system began in 2012. The players receiving offers include Randy Arozarena, Seiya Suzuki, and Ryan Jeffers, all of whom have varied past salaries., Tarik Skubal, who is likely to command over $200 million in free agency, was not eligible for an offer. Players must decide by November 17 whether to accept or reject the offers provided.
- •Eight players received qualifying offers, the second-fewest since 2012.
- •Randy Arozarena and Seiya Suzuki are among the players offered.
- •Tarik Skubal is expected to lead the free agent market with a deal over $200 million.
- •Players have until November 17 to accept or reject their offers.
- •This free agent class is considered among the weakest in a decade.
- 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Weak MLB free agent class produces just 8 qualifying offers from teams
"In case there was any doubt that this year’s free-agent class may be the weakest in a decade, the low number of qualifying offers provided proof.
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