MLB Key Offseason Dates for 2014-15

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We here at SodoMojo always want to help keep you up to date and informed on all the latest surrounding your Mariners. This offseason appears to be a busy one as the team looks to add offense and perhaps an arm to make a run at the postseason in 2015.

So, here are the key dates to be watching for as the 2014 MLB Postseason ends and the 2014-15 MLB Hot Stove season gets underway.

Day after the World Series ends: Eligible players become free agents

Fifth day after the World Series ends: Last day for clubs to make qualifying offers to their free agents (in order to gain a compensatory draft pick if the player signs elsewhere); last day to reinstate players on 60-day disabled list.

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Sixth day after the World Series ends: Free agents (including minor-league free agents) can sign with new clubs.

12th day after the World Series ends: Last day for free agents to accept qualifying offers from former club.

Nov. 20: Reserve lists are due. Players eligible for the Rule 5 draft must be added to the 40-man roster or be left available for selection in the draft.

Dec. 2: Last day to tender contracts. Players not offered contracts (i.e., non-tendered) become free agents.

Dec. 8-11: Winter Meetings in San Diego

Dec. 11: Rule 5 draft at Winter Meetings in San Diego

Early to mid-February: Spring Training begins (dates still TBA)