Ryan Braun to sign long-term extension
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J-Mo posted 5/15/2008 from mvn.com [flag] |
The Milwaukee Brewers have called a press conference for 10 A.M. this morning local time to make “a major baseball announcement.” It is expected that Ryan Braun will sign a seven-year contract extension although money has not been disclosed at this time.
Braun is the reigning NL Rookie of the Year and has continued to play well this season after moving to left field from third base.
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Published 5/16/2008 by Jared (noreply@blogger.com) at Right Field Bleachers
... Hacks: "The Brewers have locked up the best pure hitter on the planet to a record 7 year deal! Holy record amount & time of contract in Brewer history Batman!" SportsBubbler.com: "Now, nail down Fielder!" Al's Ramblings: "The way arbitration numbers are escalating, this would save the Brewers a huge amount of money if Braun stays healthy and continues to produce as he has so far (or even if he regresses a bit)." Brewers Bar: "I can’t tell you how happy I am to be a Brewers fan on a day like today." Brew Crew ...
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