Luis Severino, a promising pitcher who rebounded this past season with the Mets, has signed a record-breaking three-year, $67 million contract with the Athletics. This deal surpasses the franchise’s previous largest contract signed by Eric Chavez in 2004. Severino, who just turned 31, had a successful prove-it season with the Mets, leading to his decision to decline a qualifying offer and seek a multiyear deal.
During his time with the Mets, Severino adapted his pitching style, relying on a sinker to achieve soft contact and early outs, resulting in a season with 31 starts and 182 innings pitched. This success was a significant improvement over his injury-plagued previous seasons, during which he had only pitched a total of 209 1/3 innings. Severino’s performance with the Mets earned him a reputation as a reliable mid-rotation starter, contributing immensely to the team’s success.
With his move to the Athletics, Severino will have the opportunity to continue his success as a pitcher in a new environment. The Oakland-based team, looking to improve on their 69-93 record from last season, sees Severino as a key player in their future plans. Severino’s ability to adapt his pitching style and remain effective on the field has positioned him as a valuable asset for any team, making him a worthy recipient of this record-breaking contract.
As Severino embarks on this new chapter of his career, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how he will contribute to the Athletics’ success in the seasons to come.
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