Angels Sign Abreu To 2-Year Deal

... with an option for 2012. The article doesn't say how much the deal is for, though; knowing that would help give an idea of what the market might be like this offseason.

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The deal is for $9m a year for 2010 and 2011 with a $1m buyout. The 2012 option is for $9m based on plate appearances.

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by Al Yellon on Nov 5, 2009 4:28 PM CST reply actions

Assuming his performance doesn't sharply decline

that doesn’t sound like a terrible deal. Although his defense is atrocious.

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by mykalmorgan on Nov 5, 2009 4:35 PM CST reply actions

Their DH spot will open up in Vlad's absense this year

I’d imagine they’re envisioning him for that role since, indeed, he was a butcher in right this year.

by Wreckard on Nov 5, 2009 4:36 PM CST up reply actions

Abreu slots over to DH in 2010 with Vlad a guarantee to be gone

Bobby Abreu as a DH is a helluva good deal for the Angels. Abreu can still flat out hit and is a clutch and consistent run producer.

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by BLou on Nov 5, 2009 9:45 PM CST reply actions

This is the guy

that should of been in a Cub uniform last year. Sure his glove is suspect, but his bat and his patience at the plate are beyond valuable.

by Grockcubs on Nov 5, 2009 10:39 PM CST reply actions

Meh, some things are just meant to be.

Looks to me like Abreu was destined to finish his career as an Angel. The fact that he can shift seemlessly into the DH spot makes this all the more a good fit for both sides. It’s entirely possible Hendry never really had a viable shot at Bobby in the first place.

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by daver on Nov 6, 2009 9:08 AM CST up reply actions