The Rockies and their star shortstop are on the verge of an historic deal.
Troy Tulowitzki, 23, has agreed to the parameters of a six-year, $30 million deal with Colorado, which would be the largest extension given to a major leaguer with less than two years experience, according to a report by The Denver Post. There is a club option for a seventh season in the contract, as well.
The previous record extension was held by Indians center fielder Grady Sizemore in 2006, when he was given a six-year, $23.45 million deal.
Tulowitzki finished second in last year’s Rookie of the Year voting to Ryan Braun after hitting .291 with 24 home runs, 99 RBIs and 104 runs scored as the Rockies made their magical run all the way to the World Series. He was also great defensively, leading all major league shortstops with a .987 fielding percentage.
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