The Boston Red Sox on August 6 took a huge step toward securing their young core for the long haul with a surprise contract extension for Roman Anthony.
There was little to no smoke around a potential long-term deal for Anthony before MLB insider Jeff Passan broke the news of the eight-year, $130 million extension, with a $5 million signing bonus. The Red Sox made the deal official in the evening on August 6, two hours before first pitch in Boston's series finale against the Royals at Fenway Park.
Anthony's contract runs from 2026-33, with a club option for 2034.