Ryan Jeffers To Decline Qualifying Offer
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers has declined the qualifying offer, but Minnesota remains interested in re-signing him to a multi-year deal.
- Jeffers is projected to receive a four-year, $75 million contract on the free-agent market, reflecting his status as the top catching option available.
- Despite limited playing time due to injury, Jeffers has a strong offensive track record and could potentially transition to first base later in his career.
- Minnesota's catching depth is limited, with only Victor Caratini on the 40-man roster and prospects Eduardo Tait and Vahn Lackey in the pipeline, making Jeffers their primary target.
- The Twins are prepared to explore other catching options if Jeffers signs elsewhere, and would receive a compensatory draft pick if he leaves Minnesota.
