JUNE 19: The interest in working out a long-term pact is mutual, per Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports. In his latest 10 Degrees column, Passan writes that the A’s “have expressed interest in an Alonso extension,” noting that Oakland is keenly aware that there aren’t many clear-cut buyers looking to acquire a first baseman or designated hitter. With a likely buyers’ market for first base/DH options this summer, the A’s could see more value in working out a deal to retain Alonso.
JUNE 16: While most pending free agents aren’t willing to discuss extensions once the season begins, A’s first baseman Yonder Alonso tells Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports that he hopes to remain in Oakland long-term and is open to forgoing free agency by inking a midseason extension.