Nationals Reward Kearns

The Nationals and Austin Kearns have agreed to a three year deal worth 17.5 million dollars. The deal calls for Kearns to get $3.5 million this year, $5 million in 2008, and $8 million in 2009, with a 10 million dollar option in 2010. Kearns batted .264 with 24 HR and 86 RBI with the Nationals and Reds.