olp_nch Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 http://wcco.com/sports/twins/joe.mauer.min....2.1462891.html Sources: Mauer, Twins Agree To 10-Year ContractMINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) Sources tell WCCO-TV's Mark Rosen that American League MVP Joe Mauer has come to a preliminary agreement with the Minnesota Twins for a 10-year contract extension. Mauer, 26, and the Twins had been pretty quiet about contract negotiations, while fans were eager to find out if their hometown hero would be staying put at last weekend's annual fan festival. This is Mauer's final year of his current contract and manager Ron Gardenhire said Friday he was confident that both sides would come together and strike a deal. Mauer's current salary this season is $12.5 million. Contract details about his new salary were not immediately released. Mauer became only the second catcher in 33 years to win the coveted AL MVP award, finishing first in an almost unanimous vote in November. Mauer set a major league record for highest batting average by a catcher and won his third batting title, becoming the first repeat batting champion since Nomar Garciaparra in 1999-00. He's been voted to the All-Star team three times and won his second straight AL Gold Glove award. Mauer was born in St. Paul and would've been a free agent after the 2010 season. Rosen will have all the latest details on WCCO 4 News at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamshack Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 As much as I will hate to see him so much over the next 10 years, this is good for baseball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Very good for baseball. I assume he'll be getting at least 15M per year, probably more like a 10Yr 175M deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:52 PM) Very good for baseball. I assume he'll be getting at least 15M per year, probably more like a 10Yr 175M deal. I'll be surprised if its that low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSqwert Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Sheesh. What do they think they can just buy a championship? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Buster Olney saying the deal isn't done yet. Considering WCCO is a Minnesota sports network, and Buster Olney is a national journalist, I am going to trust WCCO on this one and say it is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 they signed the deal before knowing how much it was for?/green Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 03:57 PM) Buster Olney saying the deal isn't done yet. Considering WCCO is a Minnesota sports network, and Buster Olney is a national journalist, I am going to trust WCCO on this one and say it is done. Heyman also saying it's not a done deal just yet and that it's likely not a 10 year deal, something along the lines of 7 or 8 years at $150M-$180M (thanks for the enormous range, Jon) is more likely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeNukeEm Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I am very very very happy about this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteSoxfan1986 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Would much rather have him sign with the Twins than go to the Yankees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSqwert Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (WhiteSoxfan1986 @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:12 PM) Would much rather have him sign with the Twins than go to the Yankees. Or Cubs, Red Sox and Dodgers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSox05 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I would prefer that he left and went to the NL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxAce Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (GoSox05 @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:25 PM) I would prefer that he left and went to the NL. Ditto. He'll be killing us for quite some time. But that is good for him and the Twins franchise to lock up a hometown and homegrown player. I still think they should had taken Mark Prior though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (olp_nch @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 03:41 PM) http://wcco.com/sports/twins/joe.mauer.min....2.1462891.html Sources: Mauer, Twins Agree To 10-Year ContractMINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) Sources tell WCCO-TV's Mark Rosen that American League MVP Joe Mauer has come to a preliminary agreement with the Minnesota Twins for a 10-year contract extension. Mauer, 26, and the Twins had been pretty quiet about contract negotiations, while fans were eager to find out if their hometown hero would be staying put at last weekend's annual fan festival. This is Mauer's final year of his current contract and manager Ron Gardenhire said Friday he was confident that both sides would come together and strike a deal. Mauer's current salary this season is $12.5 million. Contract details about his new salary were not immediately released. Mauer became only the second catcher in 33 years to win the coveted AL MVP award, finishing first in an almost unanimous vote in November. Mauer set a major league record for highest batting average by a catcher and won his third batting title, becoming the first repeat batting champion since Nomar Garciaparra in 1999-00. He's been voted to the All-Star team three times and won his second straight AL Gold Glove award. Mauer was born in St. Paul and would've been a free agent after the 2010 season. Rosen will have all the latest details on WCCO 4 News at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. How many catchers, ever, have won 3 batting titles and an MVP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 It is a good sign for baseball's smaller markets. I also think it is bad for baseball in one way. One of the best talents is in one of the smallest TV markets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan562004 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (Tex @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:30 PM) It is a good sign for baseball's smaller markets. I also think it is bad for baseball in one way. One of the best talents is in one of the smallest TV markets. I can see that, but ESPN and MLB Network promo the hell out of the guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (Tex @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 05:30 PM) It is a good sign for baseball's smaller markets. I also think it is bad for baseball in one way. One of the best talents is in one of the smallest TV markets. Is there really that much more room for revenue growth in NY/Bos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Mauer's going to be overpaid within 4 or 5 years - when he can't be a catcher anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Mark Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (knightni @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:41 PM) Mauer's going to be overpaid within 4 or 5 years - when he can't be a catcher anymore. My thoughts exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodAsGould Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (knightni @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:41 PM) Mauer's going to be overpaid within 4 or 5 years - when he can't be a catcher anymore. When he is still winning batting titles and slugging 25ish homeruns I dont think he can be overpaid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milkman delivers Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (knightni @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 05:41 PM) Mauer's going to be overpaid within 4 or 5 years - when he can't be a catcher anymore. Yeah, a 10-year deal for anyone doesn't seem too smart to me. I understand that they probably had to go with a long contract to keep him there, but what are the chances that he's even a catcher for that length of time, let alone the very good chance of injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 QUOTE (Milkman delivers @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 05:45 PM) Yeah, a 10-year deal for anyone doesn't seem too smart to me. I understand that they probably had to go with a long contract to keep him there, but what are the chances that he's even a catcher for that length of time, let alone the very good chance of injury. The Twins probably know his medical reports better than anyone. No one would begrudge them anything if they lost him to a huge bid from the Yankees. If they're signing him now, I'll bet they believe he'll endure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattZakrowski Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 It seems like the consensus is that eventually he'll be a first baseman, but would it be possible that he could play 3B or corner outfield after he stops catching full time? Because he could be a more valuable piece if that happens. Though to be fair, even if he were a DH full time, he still has crazy high value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Feb 1, 2010 -> 04:48 PM) The Twins probably know his medical reports better than anyone. No one would begrudge them anything if they lost him to a huge bid from the Yankees. If they're signing him now, I'll bet they believe he'll endure. They also know that they can flush their fan base good-bye if they lose either one of these guys right after moving into a brand new stadium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 They should shift Mauer to 3B within a year or two if they are smart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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