Mets sign Francisco Lindor for 10-year, $ 341 million extension

After years and dollar amounts, discussions over a dinner of ravioli and parma chicken and a long staring contest, the Mets and the shortstop Francisco lindor agree to a 10-year extension, $ 341, according to Tim Healey of Newsday. Jon Heyman from MLB Network was the first to report that the two sides agreed to a deal.

The Mets acquired Lindor, 27, this offseason with a right-handed pitcher Carlos Carrasco Cleveland Indians in exchange for intermediate players Amed Rosario and Andres Gimenez, perspective out of scope Isaiah greene and perspective pitching Josh wolf.

Lindor, a free agent after the 2021 season, was acquired by the Mets, who believed in their hearts they could get an extension with the six-year veteran when they traded for him.

Lindor, a native of Puerto Rico, has competed in four All-Star Games during his career, has two Silver Slugger Awards under his belt, has twice won Gold Glove and has also won a Platinum Glove.

What Lindor brings to the table was on full display this spring. The switch hitter blew four homers and went 19-for-52 flat, good for a tough .365 / .431 / .615 triple slash.

On the pitch Lindor has certainly shown off that platinum glove so far this spring. That, in cohesion with his 38 career defensive runs saved (DRS) and 54.0 Ultimate Zone Range (UZR) bodes well for the left side of the Mets infield.

Here’s how the deal will fail, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post: Lindor will receive $ 32 million per year during his 10 years with the Mets. The shortstop will then receive $ 5 million per year in deferred payments from 2032-2041. He also receives a signing bonus of $ 21 million.

This contract will be by far the richest in Mets franchise history, blowing the third goal David wrightHe signed an eight-year, $ 138 million contract ahead of the 2013 out of the water season.

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