“Options suck.”
That was Michael Weiner’s blunt take on club options—and years later, it still holds true.
Club options aren’t just contract language. They impact free agency timing, player leverage, and long-term earning potential.
Teams exercise them when it benefits the club. Players often lose leverage when it matters most.
In our latest Next Pitch article, I break down why club options remain one of the most one-sided clauses in baseball contracts.