Matt Chapman is off to a hot start this season and the Oakland Athletics have already attempted to lock him up over the long-term.

Chapman entered Monday's action hitting .333/.403/.650 with five home runs in 16 games. He has also played terrific defense at third base.

The Athletics approached Chapman and agent Scott Boras about a potential multiyear deal, but they were told that there is currently no interest in such talks, according to a source.

Chapman won't be eligible for arbitration until after the 2020 season. He won't hit the free agent market until the winter of 2023.