The first to report the deal between the two parties was Chris Cotillo of MLB Daily Dish. Sources told Cotillo that it was a four-year deal worth $75 million dollars. It also included a club option for 2019. If they exercise the option, the deal goes up to $91 million.
Sources: #Padres in agreement with James Shields on four-year deal. Includes club option for fifth season.
— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) February 9, 2015
-Evan Petzold