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Baseball Teams Sign Major Contracts
The Baltimore Orioles signed starting pitcher Kyle Bradish to a five-year, $90 million extension. The Chicago Blackhawks secured a long-term future for star Connor Bedard with a $75 million, five-year deal. The Cincinnati Reds also extended Chase Burns with a seven-year, $105 million contract.
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The Orioles have agreed to a five-year extension with starting pitcher Kyle Bradish, a deal worth $90 million, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
2026-07-18 22:44 UTC
ESPN
Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has agreed to a $75 million, five-year contract, completing a major offseason goal for the team.
2026-07-18 22:44 UTC
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The Cincinnati Reds signed starter Chase Burns, 23, to an $105 million, seven-year contract on Saturday, securing a long-term future for the 23-year-old right-hander who is fresh off his first All-Star Game selection.
2026-07-18 22:44 UTC