ANAHEIM, CALIF.—Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels announced their $426.5-million (U.S.), 12-year contract on Wednesday night, a record deal that ties baseball’s top player to the Orange County club for what likely will be the rest of his career. On Aug. 19, 2017, Los Angeles Angels’ Mike Trout watches his solo home run in the first inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Baltimore. Trout and the Angels announced their $426.5-million (U.S.), 12-year contract on Wednesday night, a record deal that ties baseball’s top player to the Orange County club for what likely will be the rest of his career. His deal tops the previous high set when Bryce Harper and Philadelphia struck a $330-million, 13-year agreement earlier in spring training. “This is an exciting day for Angels fans and every player who has ever worn an Angels uniform,” Moreno said.

Source: thestar March 21, 2019 13:52 UTC