Sources: Red Sox, Youkilis agree to $40M deal

The Red Sox locked up another of their young stars to a long-term deal Thursday.

YoukilisBoston avoided arbitration with Kevin Youkilis, agreeing to a four-year contract with the first baseman worth more than $40 million, sources told ESPN's Peter Gammons. The deal includes an option for a fifth year.

Youkilis enjoyed a breakout season in 2008, hitting .312 with 29 home runs and 115 RBIs.

Earlier this offseason, Boston signed second baseman Dustin Pedroia to a long-term deal. The American League MVP received a six-year contract worth $40.5 million.


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