Contract Extensions
The Oklahoma City Thunder have locked in second-year guard Ajay Mitchell on a three-year contract worth nine million dollars. Mitchell has emerged as a key contributor during the team's playoff run, matching the production of reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander through the first three games.
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At Saturday's press conference introducing Shane Baz's recently agreed five-year, $68 million extension, Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein signaled openness to further long-term deals with core players, amid recent commitments to Samuel Basallo and Pete Alonso.
The Miami Marlins are set to re-engage in contract extension discussions with young right-hander Eury Pérez this winter, following unsuccessful talks during spring training. Pérez, who turns 23 next April, impressed in his return from Tommy John surgery with strong 2025 performances. The team also eyes extending outfielder Kyle Stowers amid a promising contention window.
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The Carolina Hurricanes face the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night at Canada Life Centre, marking Nikolaj Ehlers' return to Winnipeg after signing with Carolina in July. The Jets will be without starting goalie Connor Hellebuyck, who is sidelined 4-6 weeks following knee surgery. Eric Comrie is set to start in net for the 7:00 p.m. CT matchup.