Ex-Mets star Jeff McNeil headed for free agency after Athletics decision

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 Jeffrey Springs was given the same news in the update from the A’s Communications. “The A’s have declined the club options on infielder Jeff McNeil and left-handed pitcher Jeffrey Springs for the 2027 season,” A’s Communications posted on X.