Congrats from a Marlins fan

Nice to see the Brewers lock up what seems to be their best all around player in Ryan Braun. I have had the luxury of watching this guy when he was a University of Miami Hurrican and now as a member of the Brew Crew when he faced my Marlins. He is a great kid and obviously a solid player.

You guys have a solid squad out there and I hope everything comes together for you guys and maybe we can meet in the postseason.

It really is a good deal for both sides.  Moreso for the Brewers, obviously, but for Braun, it isn't as bad as it would seem.  He is getting overpaid now, technically, based on his experience and age.  By the end of the contract, he will more than likely be getting underpaid.  But, if something happens, an injury for example, that greatly reduces his worth, it's money in the bank.

Also, he'll be, what, 31 or 32 when the contract expires?  That gives him an opportunity to play for another 5 years or so for an obscene amount of cash, if he turns out like the Brewers are hoping.