Athletics GM: We’re always open to Kyler Murray exploring a return to baseball
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Key Points:
- Kyler Murray was the ninth overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft and signed with the Athletics, initially planning to pursue baseball after one more college football season.
- After winning the Heisman Trophy and being the first overall pick in the 2019 NFL draft, Murray chose to pursue a professional football career instead.
- The Arizona Cardinals have informed Murray they plan to cut him, while the Athletics have expressed openness to his potential return to baseball.
- Athletics GM David Forst emphasized that although Murray is an elite NFL quarterback, the team welcomes him to explore a baseball comeback if he desires.
- While a switch back to baseball at age 28 is unlikely, Murray’s talent and the Athletics’ support make a major league
