Mark Teixeira reportedly set to sign with Yankees
Various news organizations are reporting that Mark Teixeira is about to sign a long-term deal with the New York Yankees. Jon Heyman of SI.com is reporting they have agreed on an eight-year deal worth $180 million.
The Angels had offered an eight-year deal worth about $160 million, but took that off the table when they got no specific counteroffers from Teixeira's agent, Scott Boras.
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-- Mike James
Photo: Mark Teixeira disputes a call with home plate umpire Ed Rapuano during Game 4 of the American League division series at Boston's Fenway Park in October. Credit: Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times
