KANSAS CITY, Mo. —

The Kansas City Royals are keeping one of the franchise’s most beloved players behind the plate for at least two more seasons.

The team announced Tuesday night that it reached a two-year contract agreement with catcher Salvador Perez, extending his deal through the 2027 season. Advertisement

“Salvy is a Royals legend and one of the most important players this franchise has ever had,” said Executive Vice President/General Manager J.J. Picollo. “We had the option for next year, but everyone knew we wanted to make sure his legacy with us continued longer than that. We appreciate Salvy’s commitment to the Royals, and we’re just as excited as our fans.”

Perez, 35, has built one of the most decorated careers in Royals history.

The nine-time All-Star and 2015 World Series

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