The Milwaukee Brewers signed Rookie of the Year Ryan Braun to an eight-year, $45 million contract. The contract includes this season and a seven-year extension, meaning Braun will not be eligible for free agency until after the 2015 season, general manager Doug Melvin announced Thursday. The deal exceeds the six-year, $31 million contract signed by Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, who fell short…
Posted: May 15th, 2008.
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