If there is no D-Backs news, than let us share news on someone that was until very recently a D-Back: Arizona-native Kole Calhoun reportedly receives a one-year, $5.2MM contract, from the Texas Rangers with a club option on 2023. The D-Backs had a $9MM club option for this year, but bought that one out for $2MM.
It means they will NOT be eligible for salary arbitration yet.
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The Tampa Bay Rays are ready to trade Franco away within 5 years from now:
In terms of financial breakdown, Franco will receive a $5MM bonus right off the bat.