The Athletics have declined their half of a $10 million mutual option on Stephen Drew's contract for 2013, but that doesn't mean he won't return to the club.

Oakland will continue to negotiate with Drew. They want him to return, but didn't feel $10 million was a viable number.

Drew was injured for much of the 2012 season and was acquired by the A's in an August trade. He hit .250/.326/.382 with five homers in 39 games.