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Tigers Ink McGonigle: $150M Deal Through 2034
15 Apr
Summary
- Kevin McGonigle signs an eight-year, $150 million contract extension.
- The deal secures McGonigle's services through the 2034 season.
- He is currently MLB's second-ranked prospect.
The Detroit Tigers have committed to their rising star, infielder Kevin McGonigle, by finalizing an eight-year contract extension worth $150 million. This agreement officially begins next season and will ensure McGonigle remains with the Tigers through 2034, covering his final years of team control and adding three additional seasons. The deal includes escalators that could increase its total value to $160 million.
McGonigle, who was drafted 37th overall in 2023, has rapidly ascended the prospect rankings and is now considered the sport's second-best prospect. Having bypassed Triple-A to make the Opening Day roster, the 21-year-old has already proven his impact, posting an impressive .311 batting average and a .417 on-base percentage in the initial 17 games of his career.
