"Gunnar Henderson is in his first year of arbitration eligibility and is set to become a free agent after the 2028 season at age 27. Given his young age and impressive numbers, he and his agent Scott Boras may be targeting a record contract in free agency."
"The Orioles have shown an increased willingness to spend since David Rubenstein bought the team in early 2024, highlighted by their eight-year, $67MM deal with Samuel Basallo, marking the team's first long-term extension in over a decade."
"It isn't out of the question to suggest that it would take three times' Alonso's contract to extend or re-sign Henderson, given Boras' penchant for pushing the market."
Gunnar Henderson received an extension offer from the Orioles during last year's Spring Training, which he did not accept. The likelihood of renewed talks is low, as Henderson is represented by Scott Boras, who typically favors free agency. Henderson is arbitration eligible and will be a free agent after the 2028 season. The Orioles have shown a willingness to spend, signing Pete Alonso to a significant contract, but extending Henderson may require a much larger deal. Despite a modest 2025 season, Henderson's overall production remains strong.
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