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Masahiro Tanaka: not a Diamondback

On January 23, 2014 By

Masahiro Tanaka is now a Yankee and not a Diamondback; this much we know. The Yankees, an omnipresent force in all major free agent dealings, and Tanaka agreed to a 7-year, $155 million contract with an opt-out clause after the fourth year. Arizona had been rumored to have submitted a contract in the neighborhood of 6 years and $120 …

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“Front Line” Free Agent Starters

On December 11, 2013 By

The Diamondbacks signed Mark Trumbo yesterday and, well, yeah that really happened. It’s not the worst move ever but it’s certainly not something to advocate for if you’re concerned with maximizing Arizona’s win total. Apparently, the organization is more concerned with selling home runs to the fan base rather than selling a winning baseball team. Maybe they gets both out …

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