Dodgers Extend NLCS MVP Tommy Edman with $74M Contract
The five-year deal secures Edman, a versatile postseason standout, through 2029 with a club option for 2030.
- Tommy Edman, 29, agreed to a five-year, $74 million extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a $17 million signing bonus and $25 million in deferred payments.
- The contract includes a club option for 2030, which could extend Edman's tenure with the Dodgers for a sixth year.
- Edman was acquired in a three-team trade in July 2024 and emerged as a pivotal player, earning NLCS MVP honors with a .407 batting average and 11 RBIs during the series.
- Known for his defensive versatility, Edman has played multiple positions, including shortstop, center field, and second base, making him a key asset for the Dodgers' lineup flexibility.
- The extension follows Edman's strong postseason performance, where he hit .328 with 13 RBIs, helping the Dodgers secure their 2024 World Series championship.