The Kansas City Royals conclude their active offseason with the biggest contract in franchise history.

 

Star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr has agreed to an 11-year extension worth nearly $289 million, that will keep the 23-year-old in KC for the next decade. It is the largest contract in franchise history, and the first deal that is more than 10 years in length.

 

There are four player opt-outs from 2030-33, as well as a three-year team option that could bring the total money to $377 milliion.

 

Witt had the first 30-30 season in team history last season, slugging 30 home runs and stealing 49 bases. He will become the face of the franchise for years to come, as the team looks to begin an era of competing.