MLB Lists 2027 Free Agents After 30 Teams Finalize Option Calls
Updated
Updated · MLB.com · Nov 4
MLB Lists 2027 Free Agents After 30 Teams Finalize Option Calls
3 articles · Updated · MLB.com · Nov 4
Summary
All 30 MLB teams now have their initial 2027 free-agent picture set after the exclusive negotiating window closed, qualifying offers went out and option decisions were finalized.
The market is headlined by stars and high-impact veterans, including Seattle outfielder Randy Arozarena after a 148 OPS+ season, Dodgers left-hander Tarik Skubal and Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki.
Several contenders face major roster turnover: the Yankees have 10 free agents, the Padres must replace a large share of their rotation, and the Cubs saw six pitchers combine for 106 starts in 2026.
Option decisions also shaped the pool, with clubs exercising deals such as Miami's $21 million option on Sandy Alcantara and Tampa Bay's $20 million option on Drew Rasmussen while declining others.
The snapshot sets the baseline for the offseason's next phase, with teams now moving from protected negotiating windows and option deadlines into the broader open market.