VIDEO: Pitcher Chris Sale Signs Contract Extension With the Red Sox

VIDEO: Pitcher Chris Sale Signs Contract Extension With the Red Sox

According to 'ESPN,' the seven-time All-Star is sticking around Boston for another five years.

The extension is said to be worth around $150 million. Before signing the new deal, Sale would have become a free agent after the MLB season.

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Sale also struck out 237 batters and started the All-Star game for the American League.

The 29-year-old went on the disabled list twice during the season with shoulder problems. He then returned for the playoffs and helped guide the Red Sox to a World Series championship.