What happened: Brian Cashman said on a conference call he has agreed to a new contract with the Yankees. The deal is pending final language, described as locked and loaded.

Why it matters: Continuity in the front office arrives with Aaron Boone already set to return as manager for 2027. New York faces middle-infield questions as the winter roster takes shape.

What to watch: Final contract language is the remaining step before the club formalizes the extension. Winter trade and roster decisions follow with the 2026 World Series field set.