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MLB rumors: A's sign Marcus Semien, six others to avoid arbitration

After entering the winter with seven arbitration-eligible players, the A’s have reached agreements with all parties, including AL MVP finalist Marcus Semien, The San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser reports, citing sources.

Semien will get $13 million in a one-year deal, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand first reported. The shortstop earned $5.9 million in 2019 and is set to enter free agency after the 2020 season.

Per source, SS Marcus Semien and the Athletics avoid arbitration, settle for $13 million.

— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) January 10, 2020

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The others reportedly coming to agreements include All-Star closer Liam Hendriks ($5.