Good morning afternoon, Athletics Nation!
The 2021 MLB season has begun! The Oakland A’s lost their first game, but at least it happened and fans were in attendance to see it.
The new cycle is heating up quickly, so let’s get started!
Lindor extension
The New York Mets signed shortstop Francisco Lindor to a contract extension on Wednesday, and it’s historic. The 10-year, $341 million deal is the third-largest in MLB history in terms of total guaranteed dollars, although it does have a small percentage deferred. MLB Trade Rumors has more details.