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Yennier Cano Signs Two-Year, $7.5 Million Contract Extension with Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles have secured relief pitcher Yennier Cano with a two-year contract extension worth $7.5 million, finalized on Friday. The agreement also features a team option for a third year, valued at $10 million.
Cano’s Standout Season
At 32 years old, Cano is experiencing what is arguably the most successful season of his professional career, boasting a remarkable 2.21 ERA across 48 games. His performance has been impressively highlighted by opponents hitting a career-low average of just .199 against him.
Long-Term Commitment from Baltimore
This extension effectively eliminates the last two years of arbitration eligibility for Cano, ensuring that he remains with the Orioles until at least 2029. Cano was originally acquired by Baltimore from the Minnesota Twins during the 2022 season and has been an integral part of the team ever since.
Career Highlights and Previous Struggles
Prior to a challenging 2025 season, where he recorded a 5.12 ERA, Cano earned his first All-Star selection in 2023. That year, he achieved an impressive career-best ERA of 2.11 and achieved a rare feat of back-to-back seasons, tallying 65 strikeouts in both 2023 and 2024.
Extensions Under New Ownership
Cano’s new deal marks the sixth extension given to an Orioles player since David Rubenstein assumed ownership of the team. Other notable contracts under the current management include Pete Alonso’s five-year, $155 million deal, Samuel Basallo’s eight-year, $67 million agreement, and Kyle Bradish’s five-year, $95 million extension.
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