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The A's Have a Huge, Unexpected Opportunity This Offseason

One player that wasn't necessarily expected to hit the free agent market this offseason is now-former Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga. According to ESPN, the club declined his option to extend the contract to 2028, and he likewise rejected the $15 million player option in front of him.

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