Jeff McNeil Signs $50 Million Contract – Why It’s A Steal For The Mets
The New York Mets might have themselves a steal with Jeff McNeil – especially if he continues to produce at his pace. It’s not surprising to hear that the team reached a new contract with the second baseman – but usually arbitration results in one-year agreements. Instead, both sides were able to strike a four-year extension worth $50 million. To make it even sweeter for the Mets, it will come with a team option that could take the deal up to $63.75 million. One thing to consider is the Mets had two more years of arbitration left – so they gave him a bit of a premium now in hopes it will pay o...