The Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a long-term contract extension with catcher/first baseman Samuel Basallo. Basallo's pact will cover eight years and guarantee him $67 million. The deal includes a club option for the 2034 season, as well as incentives and escalators that could allow him to max out at $88.5 million.

By the time the press conference started, at least half of the Orioles’ roster was in attendance. Five hours before first pitch — and about an hour before they are normally required to arrive at Camden Yards — the Orioles’ young core made sure to be there for their teammate on one of the biggest days of his life.