# Young Signs Four-Year Deal With Nationals

> Jacob Young secures four-year extension with Nationals, keeping him in Washington through 2030.
- Title: Young Signs Four-Year Deal With Nationals · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Jacob Young secures four-year extension with Nationals, keeping him in Washington through 2030.
- Keywords: jacob young, nationals, contract extension, four-year deal, 2030, 2026, mlb, center fielder
- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/jacob-young-contract-extension-nationals
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- Topics: jacob young, nationals, contract extension, four-year deal, 2030, 2026, mlb, center fielder, sports
## Young's nickname and role
Jacob Young, nicknamed 'Spider-Man', is a center fielder known for impossible catches.
## New four-year contract extension
Young agreed to a four-year $23 million contract extension with an $8 million club option for 2031.
## Contract details and timeline
The deal covers Young's three remaining arbitration years and one potential free-agent season, keeping him in Washington through 2030.
## Young's defensive and offensive stats
Young led outfielders with 20 Outs Above Average in 2024, 14 in 2025, and 11 in 2026.
## Key takeaway

Jacob Young agreed to a four-year $23 million contract extension with the Nationals, including an $8 million club option for 2031, to stay in Washington through at least 2030.