The Royals announced they have signed right-handed reliever Arodys Vizcaino to a minor league deal on Thursday. Despite a transaction freeze, MLB teams can still sign players that did not end the season on a 40-man roster to minor league contracts.
Royals RHP Arodys Vizcaino's minor-league contract is worth $1 million, source tells The Athletic. He'll earn an additional $500,000 if he makes big-league club. A classic Royals high-upside reliever signing. Was dominant a few years ago. Has dealt with some injuries. Major velo.
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The 31-year old Vizcaino was once considered one of the top prospects in baseball as a young player, but has had injury problems most of his career.