Orioles Extend Cano
Baltimore Orioles Sign Reliever Cano to Two-Year Extension with Club Option for 2029 Season
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The Baltimore Orioles locked up right-handed reliever Yennier Cano on Friday, signing him to a two-year contract extension covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons, with a club option for 2029, according to AP. The deal keeps one of their key bullpen arms in Baltimore for years to come.
The extension essentially buys out the arbitration years of the 32-year-old Cuban right-hander, according to Daily Gazette. Cano has become a reliable piece of Baltimore's relief corps since joining the organization.
Deal Buys Out Cano's Arbitration Years Early
The two-year extension covers 2027 and 2028 — the seasons when Cano would have been eligible for arbitration. By locking him in now, the Orioles get cost certainty and Cano gets guaranteed money. The club option for 2029 gives Baltimore even more control if he continues to perform, according to HNG News.
Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. Extensions like this are common when teams want to avoid year-by-year salary fights with key players. For a rebuilding Orioles team focused on long-term planning, the move fits their front-office approach.
Cano Cements His Role in Baltimore's Bullpen
Cano, 32, is a right-handed power reliever who has carved out a steady role in Baltimore's bullpen. The Cuban-born pitcher joined the Orioles organization and quickly became a trusted arm in high-leverage situations. His ability to miss bats made him a target for this kind of long-term commitment, according to WWL TV.
The Orioles have made a habit of extending homegrown and core players before they hit the open market. Keeping Cano locked in through at least 2028 gives their pitching staff a known quantity in the back of the bullpen for several more seasons.
Orioles Continue to Build Around Young Core
Baltimore has been one of baseball's most aggressive teams when it comes to extending players early. The Cano deal is the latest example of the front office trying to secure key pieces before they become expensive free agents. The club option for 2029 adds a low-risk layer on top of the guaranteed years, according to Oskaloosa.
The Orioles have been rising in the American League East, built largely around a young core of homegrown talent. Pairing that position player depth with reliable bullpen arms like Cano is central to their plan. This extension signals the team sees Cano as part of their competitive window for years ahead.
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