Samuel Basallo's Major League debut could be a signal that times are changing for the Baltimore Orioles. Sure, the Orioles waited too long in their decision to promote Basallo, but it seems they are wasting no time in making him the next face of the franchise. Jeff Passan of ESPN was first to report that the Orioles and Basallo have agreed to an 8-year contract extension worth $67MM.
BREAKING: Catcher Samuel Basallo and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing an eight-year, $67 million contract extension, sources tell ESPN. Basallo, who just turned 21, is one of the best prospects in baseball, and less than a week after being called up, he has a long-term deal.