The Philadelphia Phillies have reached a deal with versatile player Whit Merrifield for a one-year contract worth $8 million, according to Jon Morosi of MLB.com. The agreement includes a club option for 2025 valued at $8 million, with additional bonuses and awards that could potentially elevate the total worth to $16.6 million over a span of two years, as reported by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Morosi further reveals that Merrifield will earn a base salary of $7 million for this year, followed by a $1 million buyout on the option. Stay tuned for further updates.
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