A bounce-back campaign has created a possibility that would have seemed inconceivable a few months ago. However, an MLB insider still considers the development unlikely.

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story can opt out of his contract this offseason. He has two years remaining on a six-year, $140 million deal signed before the 2022 season.

Despite Story’s bounce-back year, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale still labeled it “far-fetched” that the 32-year-old will enter free agency this offseason.

Story will make $25 million in each of the next two seasons of his current contract. The Red Sox also have a $25 million club option for 2028 with $5 million buyout.

Nightengale believes Story would be making a “financial blunder” by forgoing that $55 million and testing his market value this wint

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