Padres Extend Yu Darvish Through 2028!

According to MLB.com’s AJ Cassavell, the San Diego Padres and Yu Darvish have agreed to a six-year, $108 million extension through the 2028 season. So this is essentially a five-year deal (with a lower AAV) tacked on to the one season that was remaining on his contract. This is a HUGE extension for the Padres that provides more clarity to the future of the rotation!

Are you surprised at the length of the contract? Do you think this is the right move by the Padres? Give your thoughts below!

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