Jonathan Schoop is officially a part of the Detroit Tigers‘ future.
The second baseman (who has also played first base this season) agreed to a two-year contract extension, making him a member of the Tigers through the 2023 season. The deal is for $15 million with an opt-out after 2022, according to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman.
Schoop, 29, is hitting .289 with 18 home runs, 64 RBIs, 27 walks and 93 strikeouts.
This story will be updated.
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