What happened: Negotiations restarted last week, Mayfield said. He subsequently agreed to a three-year, $165 million extension.
Why it matters: The agreement keeps him off the 2027 free-agent market. Mayfield's contract standoff ended before the opener, with the deal running through 2029.
By the numbers: The extension averages $55 million per year.
What to watch: Mayfield enters the 2026 opener with his contract settled.