Terry Francona finally gets that extension he deserved. He is now signed through 2011, with club options for 2012 and 2013. The deal is said to be about 3 to 4 million a year, which makes francona one of the highest paid managers.

IMO, this is a great move. Tito did a hell of a job as manager last season, especially in the postseason, and he certainly has the players' respect.

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