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Braves sign 21-year-old Harris to $72 million, eight-year extension

Aug. 17—CUMBERLAND — The Atlanta Braves on Tuesday signed 21-year-old outfielder Michael Harris II to an eight-year contract worth $72 million that runs through the 2030 season.

The deal includes a $15 million club option for 2031 with a $5 million buyout and a $20 million club option for 2032 with a $5 million buyout. Harris will make $5 million per season for 2023-24, $8 million per season for 2025-26, $9 million in 2027, $10 million per season in 2028-2029 and $12 million in 2030.

The deal will be worth $102 million over 10 years if both options are exercised.