Jimmy Rollins talked to Jon Heyman about what the future holds for him in free agency and, if he has his way, it holds a five-year contract:
“Five would be great. Five would be the number,’' said Rollins. “I don’t think I want six or seven. You start thinking about 39 (years old). Do I want to play at 39?’'
He’s couching that as a shorter, reasonable deal, but that may be on the long end of what he can expect, don’t you think? Other than Derek Jeter, when was the last time someone made a commitment to a shortstop for his age 37 and 38 seasons like Rollins wants?
Not saying he won’t get it. Philly might do it because they’re pretty much made to stay together forever, but if for some reason Rollins and the Phillies can’t work something out, I’m skeptical that he’ll get a five-year offer from another team.
