During the off-season, Philadelphia planned to trade or sell Lavender, even though he had earlier announced his retirement from the game. Philadelphia's asking price for his rights was $1,000, but they received no offers. Christy Mathewson, manager of the Reds, was reported to have had interest in Lavender, the pitcher's success against the Giants still fresh in Mathewson's mind.
During the off-season, Philadelphia intended to exchange or dispose of Lavender, despite having earlier declared his retirement from the sport. Philadelphia's asking price for his rights was $1,000, but they received no bids. Christy Mathewson, manager of the Reds, was rumored to have shown interest in Lavender, as the pitcher's performance against the Giants still lingered in Mathewson's memory.