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Jackson Merrill on his new extension with Padres

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His new nine-year extension guarantees him $135 million but struck many around the sport as the definition of a team-friendly contract.
From The New York Times
With their 5-2 victory over the Guardians at Petco Park, the Padres improved to 7-0 for the first time in franchise history -- another complete team victory in a homestand full of them.
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Merrill’s deal includes a $30 million team option for 2035 that would convert to a player option if he has a top five finish in MVP voting at any point during the contract.
From The Washington Post

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