Fans of the New York Yankees they seem to be quite pleased with the return of Brett Gardner in the organization for the next MLB season, being the last survivor left on the team in the last World Series franchise title in 2009. No doubt Gardner brings experience, heart and good ball to the Bronx Bombers, and to the opinion of the Yankees they expect the veteran to stay at least one more year in the franchise.
According to information from MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, Gardner will have a salary of $ 1,850,000 for the 2021 season, with a $ 1 million signing bonus. However, the most interesting thing about Gardner’s contract is that he has a $ 2.3 million 2022 player contract option.
In addition, the team also has a $ 7.5 million team option.
Gardner has played his entire career with the New York Yankees, being in the franchise since the 2008 season. Although 2020 was the worst season of his career statistically with an offensive line of .223 / 354/392 and 5 quadrangular, has had a good career with the franchise, with a lifetime WAR of 43.0 and a nomination for the All-Star Game and a Golden Glove.