Pirates reportedly sign pitcher Mitch Keller to five-year extension
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The Pirates' ace right-hander is reportedly being locked up to a five-year extension.
According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Pirates are in agreement with Keller on the extension.
Last season Keller pitched 194.1 innings and recorded a 13-9 record with a 4.21 ERA with 210 strikeouts and 55 walks.
He was also named an NL All-Star.
Throughout his career, he has a 25-38 record with a 4.71 ERA and 521 strikeouts.
The deal is reported to be worth $77 million.
The Pirates will kick off their Spring Training schedule this Saturday at 1:05 p.m. when they take on the Minnesota Twins.
