Phillies Sign Zack Wheeler to Three-Year, $126 Million Deal
Current Free Agent Signs Contract with Philadelphia Phillies
Wheeler's Extension Carries Highest Average Annual Value for a Contract Extension
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the baseball world, current free agent Zack Wheeler has signed a lucrative three-year, $126 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. This deal comes just ahead of Wheeler's impending free agency and signifies a significant investment by the Phillies in their pitching rotation.
Wheeler previously signed a five-year, $118 million contract with the Phillies in December 2019, which was widely regarded as one of the most team-friendly free agent deals of that offseason. His current extension further cements his status as one of the highest-paid pitchers in baseball and ensures that he will remain a cornerstone of the Phillies' pitching staff for the foreseeable future.
Wheeler's extension is noteworthy for its high average annual value of $42 million, which is the highest ever for a contract extension. This figure reflects the Phillies' belief in Wheeler's abilities and his importance to their long-term success.
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