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Cardinals Lock Down Wetherholt for 112M | St. Louis Cardinals News
The St. Louis Cardinals just locked down their future with a jaw-dropping eight-year, $112.5M extension for rising star JJ Wetherholt, keeping him in town until 2034 with no opt-out and massive performance bonuses that could push the total value sky-high. Already a top prospect who’s flashed elite potential in 90 MLB games, Wetherholt’s deal includes a $2M signing bonus, a salary that climbs from $2.5M to $25M over the years, and $20M in escalators tied to MVP and All-Star honors — rewards that could kick in as early as 2031. This isn’t just a contract — it’s a statement: the Cardinals are…
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