Athletics' Luis Severino trade plan dealing with $42 million problem

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Athletics' Luis Severino trade plan dealing with $42 million problem

The Athletics are looking to add to their payroll this offseason. While it might not be by much, their plan to spend this offseason is noteworthy for a team that has been at the bottom of the league in total payroll.

But, even with their plan to add to their payroll, the Athletics are looking to trade starting pitcher Luis Severino just one year into his $67 million contract.

As Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic report, the A's aren't simply looking to dump Severino in a trade this winter. But the $42 million remaining on his contract is causing problems for their trade plan for the disgruntled starter.

Athletics dealing with $42 million snag in Luis Severino trade talks

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