The Texas Rangers have closed one of the biggest deals of the offseason with Jacob deGrom set to sign a long-term contract. The two-time Cy Young Award winner is one of the prized free-agents available this winter and has chosen to take his talents to Arlington.MLB insider Jeff Passan outlined the terms of the agreement in his latest Tweet. DeGrom has signed a colossal five-year, $185 million contract with an option for a sixth year. With limited pitchers available this offseason, deGrom has managed to conclude one of the largest deals in MLB history for a pitcher.Jeff Passan@JeffPassanBREAKING: Right-hander Jacob deGrom has signed a five-year, $185 million contract with the Texas Rangers, sources tell ESPN. Physical is passed. Deal is done. Includes conditional sixth-year option that would take total deal to $222 million. Full no-trade clause. A massive haul.401367349BREAKING: Right-hander Jacob deGrom has signed a five-year, $185 million contract with the Texas Rangers, sources tell ESPN. Physical is passed. Deal is done. Includes conditional sixth-year option that would take total deal to $222 million. Full no-trade clause. A massive haul.MLB fans took to Twitter to debate whether this was the right move for deGrom and the Rangers. The Rangers have picked up one of the league's elite starting pitchers. However, they have shelled out a massive sum for an aging player who has a history of injuries.Eric@Medic968@JeffPassan @MikeB_923 DeGrom in his career has been the best pitcher in the league IMO but right now this contract is a HUGE RISK4@JeffPassan @MikeB_923 DeGrom in his career has been the best pitcher in the league IMO but right now this contract is a HUGE RISKjtro@jayrock281@g0dsdontbIeed @HeySadBoy1 @JeffPassan Spending all your money on 3 players is not how you win3@g0dsdontbIeed @HeySadBoy1 @JeffPassan Spending all your money on 3 players is not how you winJ@g0dsdontbIeed@HeySadBoy1 @JeffPassan Rangers been to more world series the past 12 years than the Mets. Rangers also have a better farm system and young core already set up. Only thing yall got to look forward too is an intro for a closer that might get to save much after this loss LOOOL.1141@HeySadBoy1 @JeffPassan Rangers been to more world series the past 12 years than the Mets. Rangers also have a better farm system and young core already set up. Only thing yall got to look forward too is an intro for a closer that might get to save much after this loss LOOOL.⚾️ 🔥 🏆🏆 2X World Series Champ Cocky ⚾️🔥🏆🏆@astros_dude@JeffPassan Rangers spending a ton of money to finish behind the Astros and Mariners.25710@JeffPassan Rangers spending a ton of money to finish behind the Astros and Mariners.The Rangers will hope to jumpstart a stagnating franchise with this latest acquisition. Last year, the club spent big money on free agents Corey Seager and Marcus Semien. DeGrom's talent is unquestionable, but this is a high-risk move for the Rangers. They are now committing close to $100 million yearly on just three players.Nick Fichtner@nicky_numbersIn the last two off-seasons, the #Rangers have signed:Corey Seager (10-yrs/$325M)Jacob deGrom (5-yrs/$185M)Marcus Semien (7-yrs/$175M)Jon Gray (4-yrs/$56M)That's approx. $741M in FA spending on 4 players. Simply insane 🤯 twitter.com/MLB/status/159…MLB@MLBA Texas-sized move.Rangers, RHP Jacob deGrom agree to 5-year deal.31290A Texas-sized move.Rangers, RHP Jacob deGrom agree to 5-year deal. https://t.co/bv8h599xD0In the last two off-seasons, the #Rangers have signed:Corey Seager (10-yrs/$325M)Jacob deGrom (5-yrs/$185M)Marcus Semien (7-yrs/$175M)Jon Gray (4-yrs/$56M)That's approx. $741M in FA spending on 4 players. Simply insane 🤯 twitter.com/MLB/status/159…The 34-year-old will earn $37 million per season, ranking second behind only Max Scherzer. He overtakes Gerrit Cole, who is currently on a nine-year, $324 million contract ($36 million yearly).My Dad's New Hat@ChrisSloan79@mccrystal_alex @JeffPassan They decided that 15 starts a year is not worth 37 million78@mccrystal_alex @JeffPassan They decided that 15 starts a year is not worth 37 millionScotty2Hottie@rock_on85@Rangers Gonna regret this contract within a year or two, guy can’t stay healthy2192@Rangers Gonna regret this contract within a year or two, guy can’t stay healthyThere is added pressure on the organization when you look back at Jacob deGrom's injury history.DeGrom started just 15 games in 2021 before forearm and elbow injuries placed him on the sidelines. A stress reaction in his right scapula forced him to return to the bench in early 2022. He started only 11 games for the Mets this season.Jacob deGrom is a two-time Cy Young Award winner and four-time All-StarJacob deGrom reacts after being pulled in the seventh inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist ParkAs great as this signing is for Rangers fans, it is equally devastating for the New York Mets faithful. The Mets lost a premier pitcher that was returning to his previous high levels. The loss has to be catastrophic for a franchise that won 101 games last season and was finally looking like championship contenders.Forrest Gump@ForrestGumpSzn@highlghtheaven @JeffPassan17@highlghtheaven @JeffPassan https://t.co/KMp95Jozib𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐈𝐄 @FrankiesTwoLoud@JeffPassan @BryanHoch Mets Twitter630105@JeffPassan @BryanHoch Mets Twitter https://t.co/N3sZsxdYtKThe Mets will now look at alternatives to replace Jacob deGrom. Carlos Rodon and Justin Verlander are both available and could be suitable candidates to replace the four-time All-Star.Chris G@Metsochist4LifeIf the Mets replace deGrom with Ben Verlander and his brother I’m gonna be upset1If the Mets replace deGrom with Ben Verlander and his brother I’m gonna be upsetThe acquisition is a coup for a Rangers team that has staggered of late. The franchise is still in search of its first ever World Series title. They came close in 2010 and 2011 but lost in the World Series on both occasions. While there is a high-risk in signing an injury prone 34-year-old, there could also be a high reward.