GOODYEAR, ARIZ.: The reported agreement between the Indians and Jose Ramirez on a contract extension that could keep him with the Indians through the 2023 season is not yet official. But it’s clear Ramirez has carved his name into the Indians’ future plans.
The five-year deal, which includes 2017, is worth a reported $26 million and runs through the 2021 season. It also includes club options for the 2022 and 2023 seasons that, if picked up, could push the value of the extension to $50 million. The deal will likely be announced this week.
It in part signals the growth of a young infielder who’s career has already included a number of ups and downs, a language barrier and one unforgettable strut.