CLEVELAND, Aug. 8 (UPI) -- Cliff Lee, the Cleveland Indians left-handed pitcher, agreed Tuesday to a three-year contract extension.
The Indians have an option on Lee for 2010.
"This signing is a continued demonstration of the Dolan family's commitment in maintaining the present core of Cleveland Indians players," said executive vice president and general manager Mark Shapiro. "Cliff's willingness and concern to complete a new contract demonstrates his desire to be a part of that core."
Lee, 27, ended 2005 on a high note with an 18-5 record and a 3.79 earned-run average. He finished fourth in the American League in voting for the Cy Young Award.
His record has been spottier in 2006 with a 9-8 record and a 4.75 ERA in 23 starts, the highest in the team.
