Ryan Howard $125-million 5-year extension with Phillies

Ryan Howard has hit the jackpot - he has decided to stay with Phillies for a further extension of the next 5 years. What this means it that he will be with the Philadelphia team till 2017.

Ryan Howard $125-million 5-year extension with Phillies

Howard, now 30 year old, is all set to get USD20 million each year from 2012-13. Then, for the next 3 years from 2014 to 2016, he will be paid USD25 million. The Phillies have a $23-million club option for 2017 with a $10-million buyout.

Is this the highest paid for any baseman till date?
No, but this is the second highest - Alex Rodriguez was paid the highest figure ever of $27.5-million annual pay.

Ryan Howard is a left handed ball throw and was the 2006 National League MVP. He is also the fastest player to reach both the 100 and 200 home run milestones in Major League Baseball history, passing the marks in 2007 and 2009, respectively.