ATLANTA (AP) -- Left-hander Drew Smyly became the first of the 181 free agents to switch teams when he agreed Monday to an $11 million, one-year contract on Monday with the Atlanta Braves, who are looking to bolster a rotation that depleted by injuries and disappointing performances.
The 31-year-old pitched seven games last season for the San Francisco Giants, making five starts. He went 0-1 with a 3.42 ERA.
Smyly earned a $1,481,481 prorated base salary from an original $4 million, plus roster and performance bonuses.
Smyly adds depth and experience to an Atlanta rotation led by Max Fried, who finished fifth in the NL Cy Young Award voting, and rookie sensation Ian Anderson.