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Seattle Mariners Make MLB History with $95 Million Decision on 20-Year-Old Top Prospect

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According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, the Seattle Mariners have agreed on an eight-year, $95 million contract extension with top shortstop prospect Colt Emerson. Extension season rolls along across MLB! And the next generation of baseball are starting to get paid one by one. Emerson is Seattle’s #1 prospect and holds an overall prospect ranking […] The post Seattle Mariners Make MLB History with $95 Million Decision on 20-Year-Old Top Prospect appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Cubs outfielder Ian Happ shares emotional admission over Nico Hoerner’s extension

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The Chicago Cubs continue shaping their future, and Ian Happ’s reaction to Nico Hoerner’s extension further showcases the growing stability within the organization. Moreover, the deal reinforces the team’s core while strengthening its long-term outlook, as the Cubs continue to build around key players who define their identity. Happ spoke about Hoerner’s new six-year, $141 […] The post Cubs outfielder Ian Happ shares emotional admission over Nico Hoerner’s extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dolphins GM shuts down De’Von Achane trade rumors

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The Miami Dolphins quickly silenced trade rumors surrounding running back De’Von Achane as their offseason roster moves continue to take shape. General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan made it clear that a potential contract extension for Achane is a priority, reinforcing the team’s commitment to one of its most explosive offensive weapons. Sullivan addressed the speculation during […] The post Dolphins GM shuts down De’Von Achane trade rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Breaking: Milwaukee Brewers Make $51 Million Decision on 21-Year-Old Top Prospect with No MLB Experience

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In a bit of surprising MLB contract news, the Milwaukee Brewers are on the verge of finalizing an eight-year, $50.75 contract extension with top prospect Cooper Pratt, according to multiple reports. Pratt, a 21-year-old shortstop prospect, has yet to make his MLB debut. While deals like this with young, touted prospects aren’t totally uncommon, this […] The post Breaking: Milwaukee Brewers Make $51 Million Decision on 21-Year-Old Top Prospect with No MLB Experience appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Brewers closing in on 8-year deal with shortstop prospect

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Being a small market team, the Milwaukee Brewers must be creative in acquiring and retaining talent. Which is why they are prepared to hand out a contract extension to a player who just made the leap to Triple-A. The Brewers are nearing an eight-year contract extension with shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt, via Bob Nightengale of […] The post Brewers closing in on 8-year deal with shortstop prospect appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles’ Shane Baz makes attention-grabbing declaration after signing contract extension

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With the Baltimore Orioles signing Shane Baz to a $68 million contract extension after trading for him last year, it shows the amount of belief that the team has in the former Tampa Bay Rays pitcher. As the Orioles are looking to improve after the Baz deal, the pitcher himself would react to the impactful […] The post Orioles’ Shane Baz makes attention-grabbing declaration after signing contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Are more Orioles contract extensions coming after Shane Baz deal?

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As the Baltimore Orioles signed pitcher Shane Baz to a $68 million contract extension, it marked another instance of the team sharing confidence in the team they’ve been crafting ahead of the 2026 season. With Orioles general manager Mike Elias speaking highly of Baz after the contract extension, the owner’s comments on the matter seem […] The post Are more Orioles contract extensions coming after Shane Baz deal? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Jed Hoyer gets brutally honest on Pete Crow-Armstrong $115 million contract extension

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Star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong recently signed a six-year, $115 million contract extension with the Chicago Cubs. While there is some risk involved in the long-term contract, the Cubs feel confident that Crow-Armstrong can perform at a high level for years to come. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer commented on the extension during a […] The post Cubs’ Jed Hoyer gets brutally honest on Pete Crow-Armstrong $115 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Does Nico Hoerner’s $141 million contract have deferrals?

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The Chicago Cubs officially gave second baseman Nico Hoerner a new six-year, $141 million contract extension. It’s a deal that keeps Hoerner with the organization for the next several years. However, does his new contract contain any deferrals? Reports indicate that the answer to that question is, yes, per Jon Heyman of the New York […] The post Does Nico Hoerner’s $141 million contract have deferrals? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles GM releases statement after Shane Baz contract extension

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After a Baltimore Orioles Opening Day led by pitcher Trevor Rogers, the team would go out of its way to secure another young star to a long-term deal. As the Orioles are signing Shane Baz to a contract extension worth $68 million, lasting five years, the general manager would come out and release a statement. […] The post Orioles GM releases statement after Shane Baz contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong contract extension decision brings more risk than you think

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The Chicago Cubs recently signed Pete Crow-Armstrong to a six-year, $115 million contract extension. The deal is set to keep the outfielder in Chicago through the 2032 season. It’s a big commitment, and Crow-Armstrong wants to stay in Chicago. However, is the risk worth it? Now, you may read that and wonder what the risk […] The post Why Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong contract extension decision brings more risk than you think appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles, Shane Baz nearing $68 million contract extension

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One day after a massive Opening Day win over the Minnesota Twins, the Baltimore Orioles have decided to extend a new pitcher in the rotation before his first start as a member of the team. Shane Baz came over from the Tampa Bay Rays in a rare AL East trade over the offseason. “Right-hander Shane […] The post Orioles, Shane Baz nearing $68 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes honest admission after signing $115 million extension

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When the Chicago Cubs traded Javier Baez, one of the most important players from their drought-ending 2016 World Series campaign, they made it crystal clear that it was time to rebuild for the future. That 2021 trade with the New York Mets, which was wedged between the Anthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant moves, revealed a […] The post Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes honest admission after signing $115 million extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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