After hearing about all the news happening at the winter meetings this year I thought I should write a blog post about it. The Albert Pujols deal was a shocker. When I heard about it I couldn't believe it for two reasons. I was surprised that Pujols actually left the Cardinals. I was more surprised the Angels gave him such a ridiculous contract. 10 years and $254 million dollars. Pujols is going to be in his early 40's when this contract ends. He also got a no-trade clause which means that is going to be one expensive old guy sitting on the bench someday. Players of Pujols' size do not age well.
I think this was a very short-sighted signing for the Angels. They are probably okay with it if they get a World Series out of it before Pujols turns 36. You also have to be wondering what Jered Weaver is thinking when he just gave the Angels a discount last year. I understand that Pujols is the best player of our generation, but I hate contracts like this and I'm glad the Atlanta Braves never do things like this. Good luck Angels, hope you get at least 4 years out of Albert before he starts going downhill.
