Cubs sign Shane Victorino to minor league deal
The Chicago Cubs signed outfielder Shane Victorino to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.
What It Means:
One day after the surprise re-signing of Dexter Fowler, the Cubs have added another outfielder. Victorino is on a minor league deal (which is worth $1 million with $1 million more available in incentives, according to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick) but should virtually be assured of making the Opening Day roster, likely booting Matt Szczur back to Triple-A. He'll back up at all three outfield spots.
The oft-injured 35-year-old has batted only .246/.306/.329 with three home runs and nine steals over the last two seasons while being limited to 101 games (337 plate appearances) due to a variety of ailments.
Source:
Rotoworld.com
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