Weaver Has No Regrets About Signing Early Deal With Angels

Jered Weaver signed a five-year, $85 million contract with the Angels last August, passing up the chance to hit the open market.

He is one of the game's most dominant pitchers and has been criticized for passing up on the chance to make much more.

"I know people still talk about it, and how big some people still think it is," Weaver told USA TODAY. "But honestly, I wouldn't change a thing. It's tough for me saying the contract is a discount. Come on, it's $85 million. It's more money than I ever thought I would make in my life. I'm happy with my decision, and I can just concentrate on playing baseball, which is more important to me.

"I'm happy. My family is happy. The fans and my teammates are happy," he says. "If we play like we're capable of in the second half and win this whole thing, that's all the happiness I need."

Via USA Today

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