Major League Baseball

Agent: D-backs, Marte reach $116.5M extension

Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte has agreed to a six-year, $116.5 million contract extension which begins this season, his agent told ESPN.

Red Sox, rookie Campbell reach 8-year extension

Rookie second baseman Kristian Campbell and the Red Sox agreed to an eight-year extension through the 2034 season. Sources told ESPN that the deal is worth $60M.

Sources: Padres' Merrill lands $135M extension

The Padres and Jackson Merrill have agreed to a nine-year, $135 million contract extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Herrera hammers 3 HRs in first for Cards catcher

Ivan Herrera hit three home runs to help the Cardinals beat the Angels.

Study: MLB average salary tops $5M for 1st time

Major League Baseball's average salary broke the $5 million mark on Opening Day for the first time, according to a study by The Associated Press.

Dodgers get speedy Ruiz in trade with Athletics

Outfielder Esteury Ruiz, who led the AL with 67 steals in 2023, was traded from the A's to the Dodgers in exchange for minor league pitcher Carlos Duran.

Stanton won't blame ailing elbows on torpedo bats

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton declined Tuesday to say whether he believes using the torpedo bats last season caused the elbow ailments that have sidelined him this season.

Pirates' Reynolds has sore triceps, limited to DH

Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds was limited to designated hitter duties for the third consecutive game Wednesday because of right arm discomfort.

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