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Danny Duffy, Royals agree to 5-year, $65 million deal

Backloaded deal will cost Kansas City $5 million this season then jump $14-15 million range

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Danny Duffy throws against the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015, in Kansas City, Mo. Duffy and the Royals have agreed to a five-year contract, the team announced early Monday afternoon. (2015 file photograph/The Associated Press)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Perhaps the Royals and Danny Duffy thought Kansas City sports fans could use some good news.

The team announced a $65 million, five-year contract with the popular left-hander on Monday, ensuring he will remain with the Royals through the 2021 season.