Latest News About Seattle sign Emerson to an 8-year extension worth 95 million including a club option

Seattle Mariners allegedly signed Colt Emerson to an eight-year contract extension valued at $95 million including a ninth-year option; the deal pays Emerson $95 million upfront before he has appeared in an MLB game; escalators may raise the total beyond $130 million. Unveiled March 31, 2026, the extension keeps him in Seattle’s plans as he remains in the minors initially; he was added to the 40-man roster to finalize the deal. That decision sets a record for a pre-debut player, showing the club's bold bet on his potential.