Mike Trout Nears Record-Breaking Contract With $430 Million USD Extension Deal

Seven-time MLB All-Star Mike Trout is on the verge of history, as reports have surfaced that the Los Angeles Angels center fielder is finalizing a $430 million USD, 12-year extension deal with the American League team. The contract would be the largest ever in the sports history, as detailed today in an article by ESPN. Trout and the Angels' impending agreement would equal out to a salary of $36 million USD a year, $2M USD more than the previous MLB record of $34.4M USD held by Zack Greinke. The...