The Mariners are in the process of making sure the Yankees don’t get their greedy hands on the teams most prized asset. Soon, the team will finalize an extension for Felix Hernandez that would add up to 7 Years and $175 million. This contract makes the young righty the highest paid pitcher in Baseball. Yes, even more than C.C. Sabathia, Clayton Kershaw or even Justin Verlander.
Believe me, I understand the move. He is by far the best player on that team and he’s what keeps the fans coming to the ball park. So as far the team is concerned, they have to make that deal. Even if it is way too much money. At 26, I don’t see how a righty can possibly have proven to be worth the money they have thrown at him.
Further more, I can’t understand King Felix not at least testing out the free agent market. He was going to make a big paycheck regardless. I don’t see how he could not want to try to put himself in a position to win. Unless he thinks the team can win in the next seven years. If so, he sees more potential in the team than I or most do. Testing free agency is just something that makes sense for his situation but I suppose a record breaking contract can keep someone in one place especially if that person is comfortable.
