The Philadelphia Phillies have locked up their star southpaw pitcher Cristopher Sanchez with a lucrative six-year contract extension, the organization revealed on Sunday.
While the Phillies did not reveal monetary details, The Athletic reported that Sanchez will receive $107 million guaranteed through 2032, with an additional $3.5 million coming in 2026. The contract is structured to begin in 2027 and extends through 2032, with Philadelphia holding an option for the 2033 season.
The 29-year-old hurler is set to take the mound as Philadelphia’s Opening Day starter when they host the Texas Rangers on March 26 to begin the new season.
Sanchez enjoyed a career-best campaign last year, compiling a 13-5 win-loss record alongside a stellar 2.50 earned run average across 32 starts. His outstanding performance earned him runner-up honors in National League Cy Young Award balloting, finishing behind Pittsburgh Pirates sensation Paul Skenes.
The veteran left-hander earned All-Star recognition in 2024 and brings impressive career numbers to his extended tenure with Philadelphia. Over 104 total appearances with the Phillies, including 85 as a starter, Sanchez has compiled a 30-21 record with a 3.24 ERA. His resume also includes three complete games and one shutout performance.
