The Miami Marlins prevented third baseman Martin Prado from hitting free agency at season's end by signing him to a contract extension Tuesday.
According to Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald, the Marlins inked the 32-year-old veteran to a three-year deal that will pay him a total of $40 million through 2019. MLB.com's Joe Frisaro confirmed the move.
Prado is in the midst of a strong campaign, hitting .305 with seven home runs, 73 RBI and 68 runs scored.
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