The Mariners are still more likely to trade Haniger than anything else, but that doesn’t mean they won’t attempt to lock in their All-Star right now. With a dwindling trade market this winter, it may be worth exploring an extension.
However, a trade could make more sense in June and July if Haniger can show he is healthy and back to his 2018 self. And while that probably makes the most sense, an extension for the 29-year-old outfielder could be the way to go. But what would a Haniger extension look like?
Well, let’s remember that Haniger has 3-years of club control remaining.