Ozzie Albies inking an extension with the Braves sent shockwaves through the industry, which is really saying something given the number of deals being signed by young players recently. In what is being referred to as perhaps the worst contract ever signed, the 22-year-old agreed to an eight-year, $35 million extension with two club options for $7 million each and a $4 million buyout on the first.
Even if he maxes it out, the total value is a mere $45 million over nine years (the buyout is factored into the $35 million and obviously doesn’t pay if the options are picked up).