October 31, 2024
Stratton (forearm) exercised his $4.5 million player option for the 2025 season Thursday,
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Stratton threw 58.1 innings out of the bullpen for the Royals in the 2024 regular season, occasionally working in high-leverage situations. He posted a 5.55 ERA and 1.47 WHIP to go along with four saves and five holds. Stratton's season ended in mid-September due to forearm injury, though he is expected to be ready for the start of spring training.