Unrestricted Free Agency

Unrestricted Free Agency (UFA) is a status in professional sports that allows a player whose contract has expired to sign with any team they choose, without restrictions or team needing to negotiate a new deal with their current team. This typically occurs after a player has accumulated enough service years or met specific contract criteria. UFAs have full freedom to explore options and secure the best contract and team environment for themselves. It provides players greater control over their careers and enables teams to bid competitively for top talent.