Fans of New York Yankees they seem quite happy with the return from Brett Gardner to the organization for the next MLB season, being the last team survivor of the franchise’s last World Series title in 2009. Gardner certainly brings experience, heart and a good ball. the Bronx Bombers, and apparently the Yankees they expect the veteran to stay in the franchise for at least another year.
According to information from MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, Gardner will have a salary of $ 1.85 million for the 2021 season, with a $ 1 million signing bonus. The most interesting thing about Gardner’s contract, however, is that he has a 2022 player contract option of $ 2.3 million.
In addition, the team also has a $ 7.5 million team option.
Gardner has spent his entire career with the New York Yankees and has been in the franchise since the 2008 season. While 2020 was statistically the worst season of his career with a .223 / .354 / .392 offensive line and 5 home runs, it had a strong track record with the franchise, with a lifetime WAR of 43.0 and an All-Star Game nomination and a Gold Glove.