Outfielder

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Whether the A’s can make a run this year in the wide-open American League West depends on Butler, Severino, Rooker, center fielder JJ Bleday, catcher Shea Langeliers, left-handers Jeffrey Springs and JP Sears and All-Star closer Mason Miller. The A’s, once regulars in the playoffs, last made the postseason in 2020, with owner John Fisher later drastically cutting payroll amid the move to Las Vegas.

The team is betting on Butler being a significant part of the team that moves there. The contract is guaranteed through 2031 with the club option for 2032.