I don't know what that is based on. There are multiple examples every year when people say that is true. McCann was one that comes to mind recently. He wasn't an A free agent, but he wanted to end with the braves.
Some rumors that Brantley just did that.
Sometimes people want to go to certain teams or just ignore other teams.
I don't see the offers, so I don't know. Not pretending I do know the answer.
I could see someone not thinking it's a discount if they get a higher AAV.