Report: Red Sox, Napoli agree to two-year deal
The Boston Red Sox have reportedly locked up their bearded first baseman for the next couple seasons, according to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal, who notes that the club agreed to a two-year, $32-million deal with the 32-year-old on Friday night.
Napoli two years, $32 million with #RedSox.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 7, 2013
Source: Napoli took less to stay with #RedSox. Earlier today talks were at a critical stage. He had at least one bigger offer.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 7, 2013
Napoli, who's reached the 20-home run plateau in six consecutive seasons, is understandably excited about his new deal.
The beard is coming back to Boston!!! Couldn't be happier!! #Bstrong #beards #Ilovethiscity pic.twitter.com/mb2pDxq4tL
— Mike Napoli (@MikeNapoli25) December 7, 2013
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