Derek Lowe Offered $36M by Mets
December 30, 2008 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under News, Stats and Analysis
Derek Lowe is arguably the most sought after free agent starting pitcher left on the market. When we speculated Lowe’s possible destinations, we put the New York Mets at the top of the list. On Tuesday, the Mets made a move to acquire Lowe.
According to multiple reports, the Mets have offered Lowe a contract that is worth $36 million over three years. However, Lowe’s agent reportedly wants a five-year contract for the 35-year-old hurler.
While that might be what the agent wants, it’s unlikely that a team is going to give Lowe a contract that will pay him until the age …read more
