The Kansas City Royals are keeping their captain around another two years. The Royals have signed catcher Salvador Perez to a two-year contract extension through the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday. The deal is worth $25 million and includes some deferrals, per MLB.com . The extension replaces Perez's $13.5 million club option for 2026.

"Salvy is a Royals legend and one of the most important players this franchise has ever had," GM J.J. Picollo said in a statement. "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."

Now 35, had another productive season in 2025, slashing .236/.284/.446 with 30 home runs in 641 plate ap

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