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This aligns with past trade patterns like the Brewers’ Burns trade, but Detroit might add a premium given Scoobel's high valuation and Boris’s reputation for pushing for maximum return.
Contract Extension Outlook
A central topic is whether Scoobel will sign an extension or hit free agency. Given his age—about 28 years old—and recent production, the likelihood leans toward him rejecting any extension unless it’s extraordinarily lucrative, potentially above $400 million.
What Could a Contract Look Like?
The highest pitcher contract in league history currently exceeds $324 million; Scoobel, if he signs an extension, could break that record.
Possible deal: $12 million per year for 10–12 years, totaling $400–$460 million.