Bryce Harper OK With First Base, Eyes Longer Deal

[RealGM Wiretap]

Bryce Harper wants to finish his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, playing into his 40s and perhaps gloving a throw at first base for the final out of a World Series.

Harper arrived at spring training on Sunday, and the two-time NL MVP said he accepts his move to first from the outfield, a makeshift decision last year that got him back on the field following Tommy John surgery.

He has seven years and $196 million left on his $330 million, 13-year contract, a relative bargain with a $25.4 million average salary that ranks 19th among current players.

Via espn.com

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It's not a bargain. He cost 330M. And it's too early to discuss an extension, as this contract takes him to 39. Harper has earned every penny so far, and he should continue to do so for the next 4 years, but we are not expecting him to earn the money in the last 3 years of his deal that he will be paid regardless. If he gets a ring, or goes back to the Series twice, or wins another MVP; or any combination of those... then the dead money spent will still be worth it.