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Report: Jose Altuve, Astros Agree to 5-Year, $151 Million Contract Extension

Second baseman Jose Altuve helped lead the Houston Astros to a World Series title, and the team is reportedly rewarding him accordingly.

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reported Altuve and the Astros agreed to a 5-year, $151 million contract on Friday.

Brian McTaggart of MLB.com initially reported Altuve was closing in on the deal. McTaggart noted the extension would start in 2020 since Altuve is signed through the 2018 campaign and the Astros have a club option for 2019.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.