The new anchor of the Cleveland Guardians’ rotation is sticking around for the long haul. Tanner Bibee and the club agreed to a five-year contract extension on Saturday. The deal, which guarantees Bibee at least $48 million according to a team source, includes a club option for the 2030 season.

GOODYEAR, Arizona — The Guardians have signed Tanner Bibee to a five-year extension with a club option for 2030. The Athletic is reporting that the deal is worth at least $48 million. Earlier this week Bibee was named Cleveland’s opening day starter. The Guardians open the season on Thursday against the Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Tanner Bibee has emerged as a cornerstone player for the Guardians the past two seasons, and the organization is awarding the 26-year-old with long-term security. The Guardians and Bibee have agreed to a five-year contract extension,