Mike Trout and Los Angeles Angels agree to 12-year $426.5 million contract
On March 20, Major League Baseball announced that the Los Angeles Angels agreed to terms on a 12-year contract with outfielder Mike Trout. Born in Vineland, New Jersey, the 27-year-old center fielder’s contract extension with the Angels will pay him a “total of $426.5 million until he’s 39 years old,” according to Market Watch. His new contract makes Trout the highest paid sports figure in the U.S.
In earlier spring 2019 MLB news, Bryce Harper signed a 13-year, $330 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies and Manny Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres. Prior to Harper and Trout signing new contacts, Machado’s was the highest paid contact in MLB history.
“This is where I wanted to be all along,” Trout said. “I have enjoyed my time as an Angel and look forward to representing the organization, my teammates and our fans for years to come. I want to thank Arte and Carole Moreno for their efforts.
Their leadership and commitment to winning played a key role in my decision. Thanks also to my teammates, coaches, John Carpino, Billy Eppler and his Baseball Operations staff, the entire front office and Angels fans for all their support.
It has made a tremendous difference not only for me, but for my family as well!”
Trout was drafted by the Angels in the 1st round of the 2009 MLB June Amateur Draft out of Millville Senior High School in Millville, New Jersey. Since playing in the Bigs, Trout played in the All-Star game seven times, won the Silver Slugger award six times and was named the American League’s MVP twice.
(Source: MLB)
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