D'Backs Exploring Multi-Year Deals With Upton, Reynolds
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2010/02/dbacks-exploring-multiyear-deals-with-upton-reynolds.html
We heard two weeks ago that Arizona was talking with slugger Mark Reynolds
about a long-term contract, but today, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reported that
the Snakes were also looking at signing Justin Upton to a multi-year pact.
Upton, the first overall pick in the 2005 entry draft, hit .300./.366/.532 in
588 plate appearances in 2009. His .899 OPS was the highest of any
Diamondbacks regular, edging out Reynolds' .892 mark. As Gilbert points out,
a long-term contract for Upton would be more expensive than a similar deal
for Reynolds, given Upton's success at a young age and overall high profile
as a prospect coming through Arizona's system. That said, if Upton continues
to improve as he has through his first three years in the bigs, the D'Backs
could be saving themselves some serious cash (and arbitration hearing
headaches) by getting Upton signed now.
Both Reynolds and Upton aren't eligible for arbitration until after this
season and aren't eligible for free agency until after the 2013 campaign.
But, signing one or both of the young stars to long-term deals would
alleviate any fan disappointment that might arise if Brandon Webb leaves as a
free agent or is dealt at mid-season.
Gilbert notes that managing general partner Ken Kendrick doesn't want any
negotiations to interfere with the regular season, so if the Snakes are going
to lock their young duo up, it will have to happen before the end of spring
training.
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