Extension fever is rampant across MLB these days, and Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte is now joining the frenzy.

The Yankees brought back a familiar face Tuesday, signing Adam Ottavino to a major league deal and added him to the active roster in time for their series-opening loss to Arizona in The Bronx. The move comes with closer Devin Williams going on the paternity list.

Feb 26, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Dominic Smith (22) celebrates with his teammates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

New Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes gave the Dodgers their flowers while also lamenting the fact that they will play a lot this year.

MIAMI — New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea had a setback in his recovery from a right oblique strain and won’t throw for two weeks. “He experienced some discomfort a couple of days ago when he was starting to ramp up,

Christian Walker was signed to a three-year, $60 million contract this winter as the Houston Astros sought improved offensive production at first base. Houston did not see any return on its investment during the first homestand of 2025.

Hickey was previously the managing editor of USA Today's Colts Wire. His work is also featured as a fantasy football analyst for The Huddle. A career .232 hitter, he is an avid reader of Spider-Man comics, an admirer of the James Webb Space Telescope, and a keen enthusiast of Ma’s sauce. You can find him on Twitter/X @KevinHickey11

From the Dodgers and Phillies to the Astros and Yankees, every World Series contender will be facing off in primetime on Apple TV+ ahead of the All-Star break.