Philadelphia Phillies Secure J.T. Realmuto
The Philadelphia Phillies have secured veteran catcher J.T. Realmuto for another three years with a lucrative contract worth $45 million, according to a source who spoke with The Associated Press on Saturday. The announcement had yet to be made public at the time the source requested anonymity. Realmuto has the potential to earn an extra $5 million each year through performance bonuses.
Realmuto’s Career Highlights
Realmuto, a two-time Gold Glove recipient and a three-time All-Star, finalized his decision to remain with the Phillies a month following Kyle Schwarber’s commitment to the team, inking a substantial five-year deal for $150 million. The 34-year-old catcher had a commendable season last year, batting .257, hitting 12 home runs, and driving in 52 RBIs over 134 games, tying for the major league lead in games caught.
Contract Details and Career Stats
As Realmuto approaches his 35th birthday in March, he enters this new contract after completing a five-year deal worth $115.5 million. Throughout his 12-year career split between the Miami Marlins from 2014 to 2018 and the Phillies, he has maintained a batting average of .270, with 180 home runs and 677 RBIs.
Offseason Moves
In addition to retaining Realmuto, Philadelphia has made other moves during the offseason, securing deals with right-hander Brad Keller for $22 million over two years and outfielder Adolis García for a one-year contract worth $10 million.
