Rickie Weeks Brewers agree to $38.5 million deal

[bluedog]

MILWAUKEE -- After a record-breaking season, the Milwaukee Brewers took the risk that Rickie Weeks' injury-plagued career is firmly in the past.

Weeks agreed to a $38.5 million, four-year contract with the Brewers on Wednesday that contains a 2015 option that could increase the total value to $50 million.

"We are thrilled that Rickie has chosen to remain a Brewer," general manager Doug Melvin said. "He has become one of the best leadoff hitters in the game today; possessing speed, plate discipline and power. His aggressive style sets the tone for our offense."

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[NHwildEcat]

Seems like Weeks really wins out on this one...I think it is a bit much considering his past. But teams like the Brewers have to spend big money on guys like this to remain competitive.

[UMass922]

Very, very good player. If he stays healthy, it's a pretty good deal for the Brewers, actually. But staying healthy has always been his biggest question mark.