By Justin Worsley,
Unlike one of the stars in New York, Mariano Rivera's contract went smoothly.
The closer agreed to a two-year deal which is worth around $30 million to stay with the Yankees, the only team Mariano has played for in his 16-year career.
The New York Daily News first reported the story.
Rivera is considered one of the best closers in the league. His 559 saves are the second-highest in league history behind free agent Trevor Hoffman. His 2.21 career ERA is the lowest in modern era.
The deal is expected to be Rivera's last. The 11-time All-Start just turned 41 last week.
Rivera saved 33 games for the Yankees last season and posted a 1.80 ERA. Re-signing Rivera was a priority for the Yankees, along with bringing back team captain Derek Jeter and free agent pitcher Cliff Lee.
Rivera only gave up two home runs last season, his lowest in five years. The deal could be announced by the Yankees as early as Friday.
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