Friday, December 19, 2008

Marlins Re-Sign Top Pitcher, Angels Bring Back Rivera


The Florida Marlins and pitcher Josh Johnson have agreed to a 1 year, $1.4 million contract. Johnson began his season last year in July, finishing with a 7-1 record and 77 strikeouts. He also supported a 3.61 ERA and a 1.35 WHIP. In 3 seasons, Johnson is 19-11, going 0-3 in 2007 with an injury plagued year. This season he is expected to be the Opening Day starter for the Marlins.


The Angels came to terms with Juan Rivera, a 3 year, 12.75 million contract. Last season, he batted .246 with 12 home runs. The signing of Rivera appears to mean that the Angels have no interest in free agent LF Manny Ramirez. The Angels currently have 5 outfielders on their roster.

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