22 days ago

Vinnie Pasquantino’s Royals Deal Packs $4.6M in MVP, All-MLB Escalators

Pasquantino’s $11.1M Royals deal includes huge 2027 escalators based on 2026 awards. His $6.9M base jumps $4M if he wins AL MVP. Finishing 2nd–5th adds $3M, 6th–10th $2M, 11th–15th $1.5M, 16th–20th $1.25M. All-MLB bonuses pay $1M First Team or $750K Second Team, max $4.6M. The incentives stack on top of his $4.2M 2026 salary, rewarding elite production in Kansas City.