Feb 02, 2008 11:00 AM EST

A deal between the Pirates and Freddy Sanchez could become official in just a few days, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

They are close to agreeing on a three-year deal to keep the All-Star second baseman in Pittsburgh through 2010. His current contract would have allowed him to become a free agent after the 2009 season.

Via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette