The Boston Red Sox and young outfielder Roman Anthony are in business on an eight-year, $130 million contract extension that includes a $30 million team option and could keep Anthony under club control through the 2034 season, the team announced Wednesday. The deal will run through Anthony's age-29 season and his age-30 season if the club option is exercised. Escalators based on things like awards voting and All-Star selections could raise the total figure to up to $230 million.

"I couldn't think of a better city to play in for the next eight to nine years of my life," Anthony said during a press conference Wednesday. "It's truly just a special place to play and a special place to show up every single day."

The rookie Anthony, age 21, entered the 2025 season as the top prospect in al

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