On a sentimental level . . . We love this work of this pitcher . . . HOWEVER, after a season with 90+ losses there's nobody on the team that's worth this kind of money.
Even worse . . .
The deal shows us that the front office remains mired in the past and more concerned about their stadium deal than putting a decent team on the field . . . Check-it . . .
The deal for the 39-year-old right-hander includes up to $7.5 million in performance bonuses. He made $13 million with the Royals last season, when he went 3-9 with a 3.68 ERA while allowing two runs or fewer in 17 of 26 starts.
Greinke began his career in Kansas City as a first-round pick in the 2002 amateur draft. And after fits and starts, and nearly walking away from baseball early in his professional career, he flashed onto the scene two years later, beginning a 20-year career that has included time with the Brewers, Angels, Dodgers, Diamondbacks and Astros.
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
Royals, Zack Greinke finalize $8.5M deal for 2023 season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Royals finalized Zack Greinke's $8.5 million contract for the upcoming season on Friday, bringing back a well-known and veteran arm to their otherwise young starting rotation. The deal for the 39-year-old right-hander includes up to $7.5 million in performance bonuses.
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