#contract-signing

#contract-signing

Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is returning to the Atlanta Braves, agreeing Monday to a $20 million, one-year contract. Kim gets a $4 million raise. He had declined a $16 million player option from the $29 million, two-year contract he agreed to in February with Tampa Bay, a deal that paid him $13 million. The Braves announced the new deal with Kim on Monday night.

The Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson have agreed to a deal, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. It's a one-year pact with a club option for 2027. The salary figures haven't yet been publicly reported. Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports that the Tigers expect the righty to be a starter, as he has been doing in Korea for the past couple of years. The Tigers have a 40-man vacancy and won't need to make a corresponding move.

Right-hander Cody Ponce and the Toronto Blue Jays are finalizing a three-year, $30 million contract, pending a physical, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Tuesday. Ponce, 31, is a former 2015 second round pick who played briefly for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2020 and 2021 before signing overseas. He most recently won MVP of the Korea Baseball Organization after going 17-1 with a 1.89 ERA for the Hanwha Eagles. He struck out 252 in 180⅔ innings.

The Royals have signed infielder Jonathan India to a one-year, $8MM deal for the upcoming season, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. India had been widely viewed as a non-tender candidate on the heels of a poor first season in Kansas City, but he'll return and hope to rebound in 2026. He'll be a free agent next offseason. India, 29 next month, posted career-worst marks in most categories during his first season as a Royal.

I think I'm beginning to show what I am about and I'm really enjoying playing in this team. We have got some top, top players and I believe that, if we can show consistency, we have the ability to match any other team in our league.

"I'm very happy to sign a new contract. I think everybody knows that for me, this is my team, my club, my city - so it's a special moment."

Nick Robertson has settled with the Toronto Maple Leafs on a one-year, $1.825 million contract, avoiding arbitration and securing essential team business ahead of the season.

Andrew Poturalski, reigning AHL MVP and league leading scorer, signed a one-year contract with Avangard Omsk of the KHL after a successful AHL career.

Hendrix Lapierre determined to return to NHL in 2025-26: 'I know I can do those things that they're asking me to do'.

Nico Williams has signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao to run until 2035, after his prospective move to Barcelona broke down over financial registration issues. Williams' contract includes a release clause of at least €87m, reflecting a 50% increase on his previous €58m clause.

"He's what I consider a hard worker. He goes to the hard areas, something that we needed more of. He's not afraid to be a net front presence guy."

I'm really happy to have signed, for myself and for my family, and I hope I can give more for the fans in these three years.

Merrill's new four-year, $38 million deal with the Cavaliers reflects the team's commitment to enhancing their roster depth as they aim to compete in the NBA.

I'm so proud and happy. I know those words are simple, but I think they sum up how I feel signing for this club. I'm a fan and it's like a dream come true.

This feels like home - it's my club, so I'm really happy to still be here.

Jude Arthurs has solidified his future with Bromley by signing a new deal after making over 150 appearances since joining in 2020, showcasing his importance to the team.

Veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries has agreed to a contract with the San Francisco 49ers, indicating a new chapter following his injury and previous team struggles.