Yankees reward 'Mr Reliable' with long-term extension

TAMPA, Florida - Making another move to keep their core of players together, the New York Yankees on Monday signed outfielder Aaron Hicks to a seven-year contract extension worth $70 million.

Hicks' agreement adds $64 million in guaranteed money over six seasons and a club option for 2026 that could make it worth $81.5 million over eight seasons.

"This is the organization I want to stay with," Hicks said during a media conference at the team's spring training facility. "The team here is a team that I want to be with. I think it has a bright future."