Jose Altuve, the well-known second baseman for the Houston Astros, has agreed to extend his contract with the team. According to reports, Altuve and the Astros have reached an agreement on a substantial 5-year, $125 million deal that will keep him in Houston until 2029.
Prior to this agreement, Altuve was in the final year of his seven-year contract and was set to become a free agent after the 2024 season. However, he has now decided to prolong his stay with the club for another five years.
Under the terms of the new contract, Altuve will receive a $15 million signing bonus in addition to a salary of $30 million for the first three seasons and $10 million for the last two years. This makes Altuve the first second baseman in MLB history to earn $300 million.
Altuve’s decision to extend his contract comes at a crucial time for the Astros, as they also have to consider the future of another key player, who will become a free agent after the 2024 season. It will be interesting to see how the team manages this situation moving forward.
Having joined the Astros in 2011, Altuve has now become a lifelong member of the franchise. He has played a significant role in the team’s recent success and is regarded as one of their most important players.
As the longest-tenured current member of the team, Altuve’s career with the Astros spans both their time in the National League and the American League. This highlights the longevity and dedication he has shown throughout his career.
Following the announcement of the contract extension, the Astros owner expressed his satisfaction with the deal and emphasized its significance for the franchise if Altuve chooses to retire as an Astro.
Despite facing injuries last season, Altuve still managed to achieve notable milestones. He became the third Astros player to reach 2,000 hits and also accomplished the rare feat of hitting for the cycle against the Boston Red Sox, a feat not achieved by an Astros player since 2013. It remains to be seen what further milestones Altuve will achieve as he enters a crucial phase of his career.