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Post by John on May 15, 2006 19:08:51 GMT -4
Tracy reaps $13.25M reward from Diamondbacks May 15, 2006 CBS SportsLine.com wire reports PHOENIX -- Third baseman Chad Tracy and the Arizona Diamondbacks agreed Monday to a $13.25 million, three-year contract extension through 2009 that includes a team option for the following season.
Tracy, who is making $381,000 this season, gets a $1 million signing bonus, $2.75 million next year, $3.75 million in 2008 and $4.75 million in 2009. Arizona has a $7 million option for 2010 with a $1 million buyout.
"This contract demonstrates our commitment to the fans by continuing our efforts to provide them with a competitive team and an identifiable core of players," general manager Josh Byrnes said in a statement. "Chad has also demonstrated his commitment to this organization and the state of Arizona."
Tracy, who will turn 26 next week, is hitting .301 and leads the club in doubles (13) and home runs (six). He is in his third full season in the majors.
AP NEWS The Associated Press News Service
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