Colt Emerson and Zack Wheeler (Photo By Imagn Images) The 2026 MLB season is in full swing as every team has completed its first series. All 30 teams have lost at least one game, and signings continue to take place. There’s always something happening in the league, and injuries are also piling up . Here’s the latest update as we come to the end of March baseball. Seattle Mariners Extend Colt Emerson The Mariners want to make the playoffs again, and they started out by signing Colt Emerson after just a few days into the season. Emerson agreed to an eight-year, $95 million contract extension. Top shortstop prospect Colt Emerson’s eight-year, $95 million contract extension with the Seattle Mariners will be done this afternoon, sources tell ESPN. Emerson will remain at Triple-A for now but is clearly a big part of Seattle’s future. First with the news: @ByRobertMurray . — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) March 31, 2026 The MLB star’s deal also includes a ninth-year club option, a full n...