Kevin McGonigle
Tigers agree to eight-year, $150 million extension with Kevin McGonigle
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The Detroit Tigers have signed rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle to an eight-year contract extension worth a guaranteed $150 million. The deal, announced Wednesday, begins next season and runs through 2034. McGonigle has impressed early, hitting .311/.417/.492 in his first 17 major league games.
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2 on Sunday at Comerica Park, completing a three-game series sweep. Tarik Skubal carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, while rookie Kevin McGonigle hit his first major league home run. Sandy Alcantara struggled, allowing seven runs including three homers.
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Kevin McGonigle recorded four hits, including two doubles, in his major league debut as the Detroit Tigers defeated the San Diego Padres 8-2 on Opening Day at Petco Park. The 21-year-old prospect batted sixth and became the second player in Tigers history to achieve a four-hit game in his debut. Manager A.J. Hinch slotted him early in the lineup to ensure quick action.