All articles tagged with #extension
Oakland has reportedly offered Nick Kurtz a long-term extension as the A’s plan for a Vegas era, with Kurtz expressing interest but timing uncertain; his ROY-winning rookie season and five years of team control drive the discussion, with analysts suggesting a deal in the $150M+ range could be needed to lock him up now.
The Pirates and top prospect Konnor Griffin are open to negotiating a long-term extension as Griffin nears his 20th birthday. Widely regarded as baseball’s top prospect entering 2026, he could command a nine-figure guarantee if the sides agree, though they’d balance current value against potential earnings in free agency. Griffin’s minor-league resume (122 games, 21 HR, 65 SB, .333/.415/.527) and his speed/defense keep him central to Pittsburgh’s plans, with opening-day promotion possibilities and strategic contract structures on the table.
Atlanta announced a one-year, $27 million extension for left-hander Chris Sale, with a $30 million club option for 2028, binding him to the Braves through at least 2027 as their ace. Sale, 37, has been elite since arriving in 2024 (Cy Young winner) but missed time with a ribcage fracture in 2025. The deal starts in 2027 and does not affect 2026 payroll, though it adds luxury-tax considerations for 2027 and beyond.
San Diego Padres announce a multi-year contract extension for president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, locking him in for at least three more years (length not disclosed) as the architect who rebuilt the franchise into a perennial contender. The move follows a tenure that has yielded four playoff appearances in six years and an NLCS in 2022, driven by bold trades and payroll decisions; teammates like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado publicly praised his leadership as the team aims for its first World Series.
The San Diego Padres announced a multi-year extension for president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, keeping the architect of the team’s aggressive roster-building in place as ownership questions loom. Terms were not disclosed; since taking over in 2014, Preller has helped transform the Padres into playoff contenders with a high-profile trade track record, even as payroll and asset-management debates persist.
Canadian figure skater Maddie Schizas, a McMaster University student, asked her sociology professor for a short extension on this week’s reflection after competing in the Winter Olympics, explaining she mixed up the due date and even providing proof of her Olympic participation.
Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman notes Artemi Panarin’s preferred extension is a deal-breaker for trade talks, with Colorado, Dallas, and Anaheim viewing him as a pure rental rather than a long-term commitment; the Rangers have him held out for roster-management reasons, and cap constraints plus the price of a potential extension are narrowing the market for a player still producing at an elite level.
Oakland signed shortstop Jacob Wilson to a seven-year, $70 million extension with a club option for an eighth year, guaranteeing him at least $70 million and adding two potential free-agent years for the A’s. Wilson, 23, broke out in 2025 (.311/.355/.444 with 13 homers and 26 doubles) and is a core piece behind a young lineup, though his defense at short has drawn mixed reviews. The deal strengthens Oakland’s young core (alongside Soderström, Butler and Rooker) as they pursue a move to Las Vegas and navigate CBT payroll dynamics, marking one of the franchise’s largest guarantees to a player with limited service time.
The Cleveland Guardians are nearing a multi-year extension with Jose Ramirez that would keep the third baseman in Cleveland through the 2032 season, adding about $106 million in new money for 2029–2032 while restructuring the existing $175 million obligation to include roughly $70 million of deferred payments, thereby balancing payroll flexibility with a one-team legend's continued production.
The Mets are open to signing an extension with newly acquired Freddy Peralta after trading for him and Tobias Myers from Milwaukee for top prospects Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat. The team is prioritizing 2026, Peralta had a breakout 2025 season (17-6, 2.70 ERA, 204 strikeouts), and extension talks could begin around spring training as he could become a long-term cornerstone for the rotation.
The Los Angeles Rams signed safety Quentin Lake to a three-year contract extension through 2028, recognizing his versatile play and leadership. Lake, who has played 50 NFL games and emerged as a key player and team captain, was having a strong season before an elbow injury placed him on Injured Reserve. The team plans for him to return for the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
The Chicago Cubs signed pitcher Colin Rea to a one-year, $6.5 million deal for 2026 with a club option for 2027, effectively extending their commitment and adding flexibility for the upcoming season, with Rea contributing solid performance in 2025.
Matt Rhule has signed a two-year extension with Nebraska through 2032, increasing his buyout and potential earnings, with the deal tied to team success and playoff appearances.
Nebraska has extended head coach Matt Rhule's contract through 2032, increasing his buyout and including incentives for College Football Playoff appearances, reflecting the program's recent success and Rhule's positive impact.
National Guard troops in Washington, DC, will remain deployed at least until February 2026, following an extension by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, amid ongoing legal disputes and questions about the mission's purpose and duration.