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BREAKING: Phillies Re-Sign Jimmy Rollins
By Kyle Scott
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According to a report by ESPN's Jerry Crasnick, confirmed by Phillies beat writer Todd Zolecki, the Phillies have re-signed Jimmy Rollins. It is a three-year deal with a vesting option for a fourth year.
CSN's Jim Salisbury reports the deal is worth $33 million over the first three years. Other reports say the fourth year would be for $11 million.
It's pretty clear that the Phillies had the leverage in negotiations– Rollins originally wanted five years, no less. With other potential suitors falling off the table, the deal – at least in terms of years – worked in the Phillies’ favor, though you do have to wonder if years three (and four?) will be productive ones.
I see you all know by now. Gotta deal with me for 3 (4) more years!
— Jimmy Rollins (@JimmyRollins11) December 17, 2011
The folks from La Salle's Sports Talk Philadelphia spoke to Crasnick just moments before he broke the news. You can listen to that interview after the jump.
Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.