Nov. 17--The megadeal between the Miami Marlins and slugger Giancarlo Stanton is all set but the signing, according to reports Monday morning.
CBSsports.com reported that a deal is in place for a record $325 million over 13 years, citing sources close to the team.
It would surpass Miguel Cabrera's $292 million, 10-year contract after signing an extension with the Detroit Tigers last March.
The Marlins and Stanton's agent have not commented on the reports. Stanton attended the Miami-Florida State football game Saturday at Sun Life Stadium and also declined comment to reporters who spoke to him on the sideline.
The reported terms of Stanton's deal would not only be landmark in baseball but signal a bold new direction for the budget-conscious Marlins, who have been known for trading away their young star rather than award premium contracts. Cabrera, who helped them win the World Series as a rookie in 2003, was a recent example.
The Marlins and Stanton's agent have not commented on the reports. Stanton attended the Miami-Florida State football game Saturday at Sun Life Stadium and also declined comment to reporters who spoke to him on the sideline.
Reports of a possible deal with Stanton in excess of $300 million and spanning at least 10 years began circulating last week just before he was the runner-up for National League Most Valuable Player.
The right-fielder led the National League in home runs with 37 this past season.
Stanton has received an impressive array of honors for his performance in 2014, notably the Hank Aaron Award as the best overall offensive performer in the NL, the Players Choice Award as the league's outstanding player and his first Silver Slugger award as the best hitter at his position. Testament to his all-around contributions, he was a finalist for the Gold Glove in right field.
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