All articles tagged with #qualifying offer
Thirteen MLB players, including Kyle Tucker and Kyle Schwarber, received qualifying offers worth $22.025 million, giving them until Nov. 18 to accept or decline. Most are expected to reject, aiming for multi-year deals, while accepting the QO would make them free agents but restrict trade options until June 15. Notable free agents like Lucas Giolito and Devin Williams did not receive offers, often due to injury concerns or team payroll strategies.
Jonathan Kuminga's agent suggests he is willing to accept a $7.9MM qualifying offer from the Warriors if the team replaces the team option with a player option, giving him more control and potential for unrestricted free agency next summer, amid ongoing negotiations and interest from other teams.
Restricted free agent Cam Thomas has signed a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer to stay with the Brooklyn Nets, avoiding a long-term deal and setting him up for unrestricted free agency in 2026. Despite injuries last season, Thomas showcased significant scoring ability, and his decision was influenced by the Nets' cap space and market conditions.
The Golden State Warriors have made a $7.9 million qualifying offer to Jonathan Kuminga, making him a restricted free agent, as he seeks to establish himself as a key player and potentially pursue a new contract or team opportunity.
Max Fried has declined the Atlanta Braves' qualifying offer, a move that was anticipated and does not alter his free agency status. The Braves extended the offer as a formality, and Fried's rejection means he remains a free agent with a strong market ahead. If he signs with another team, the Braves will receive a compensatory draft pick. This situation mirrors past instances with players like Freddie Freeman and Dansby Swanson. The Braves may need to address potential gaps in their pitching rotation as a result.
Teoscar Hernández has rejected the Los Angeles Dodgers' one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer for the 2025 season, opting to explore free agency after a strong 2024 performance. Despite declining the offer, Hernández remains open to negotiating a new deal with the Dodgers, who are also interested in retaining him. If he signs elsewhere, the Dodgers will receive a compensatory draft pick. Hernández has attracted interest from teams like the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox.
Max Fried, along with 11 other MLB players, has rejected a one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer from the Atlanta Braves, opting to explore free agency. This decision allows the Braves to receive draft pick compensation if Fried signs with another team. Meanwhile, Nick Martinez of the Cincinnati Reds was the only player to accept the qualifying offer, securing his stay for the upcoming season.
The Boston Red Sox have extended a one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to free agent pitcher Nick Pivetta, who has until November 19 to accept or decline. Pivetta, known for his durability and strong strikeout and walk percentages, could return to a rotation that includes Tanner Houck, Kutter Crawford, Brayan Bello, and Lucas Giolito. Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow emphasized the team's ongoing efforts to improve their pitching staff, indicating that the rotation is not yet finalized.
The Boston Red Sox have extended a qualifying offer to pitcher Nick Pivetta for the 2025 season, valued at $21.05 million, while opting not to do the same for slugger Tyler O’Neill. Pivetta, who had a mixed performance last season, has until November 19 to accept or decline the offer. If he declines, the Red Sox will receive draft pick compensation if he signs with another team. The decision suggests the Red Sox may be looking to bolster their pitching depth or trade young starters like Tanner Houck or Kutter Crawford. Meanwhile, O’Neill, who had a strong season, is free to negotiate with other teams without draft pick compensation attached.
The Houston Astros are reportedly hesitant to meet Blake Snell's asking price of at least a two-year guarantee for $60 million, including an opt-out after the 2024 season, due to concerns about exceeding the luxury tax threshold. The Giants are considered the favorite to sign Snell, but are also waiting for the price to come down. Meanwhile, Jordan Montgomery, who was not attached to a Qualifying Offer, may be considering a delayed signing to avoid being eligible for a Qualifying Offer at the end of 2024, potentially making a multi-year, no-opt-outs type deal after Opening Day a possibility.
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola is expected to decline the one-year qualifying offer of $20.325 million, as he is likely to secure a lucrative nine-figure contract in free agency. Nola is one of seven players who received qualifying offers, and all are expected to reject them. By declining the offer, the Phillies will receive a compensatory pick in the 2024 draft if Nola signs with another team. The Phillies would face penalties, including forfeiting draft picks and international bonus pool money, if they sign a player who received a qualifying offer. Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is also a highly sought-after free agent.
The Toronto Blue Jays have extended a qualifying offer to third baseman Matt Chapman, giving him until November 14 to accept. If he declines and signs with another team, the Blue Jays will receive a 2024 draft pick as compensation. Chapman, who signed a two-year contract with Toronto before the 2022 season, hit .234 with 44 home runs and 130 RBIs.
Seven MLB free agents, including Shohei Ohtani and Cody Bellinger, received the qualifying offer of $20.325 million before the deadline. Ohtani is expected to decline the offer and sign a record-breaking contract, while Bellinger is likely to be highly sought after in free agency. Other players who received the offer include Josh Hader, Blake Snell, Aaron Nola, Sonny Gray, and Matt Chapman. Notable players who did not receive the offer include Rhys Hoskins, Mike Clevinger, Teoscar Hernández, Clayton Kershaw, J.D. Martinez, and Jorge Soler.
Restricted free agent Miles Bridges has signed the Charlotte Hornets' qualifying offer of $7,921,301, as he did not receive the desired contract offers. By signing the one-year qualifying offer, Bridges gains the power to veto trades, but the team that acquires him would lose his Bird rights. Bridges sat out the 2022/23 season due to a felony domestic violence charge and subsequent suspension, but prior to that, he was considered one of the top free agents in the 2022 class. The Hornets had leverage in negotiations, and Bridges will become an unrestricted free agent next year if he has a strong season without further legal trouble.
Former Memphis basketball standout Lester Quinones remains on the Golden State Warriors roster after the team extended him its qualifying offer, making him a restricted free agent. Quinones played in five games for the Warriors last season and will lead their summer league team. He aims to solidify his spot on the roster by working on the little things and becoming a two-way player. Being on a two-way contract has taught Quinones about the competitive nature of the NBA.