Dodgers Rumors: Vidal Nuno Agrees To Contract, Avoids Arbitration

Steven Bisig-USA TODAY SportsThe Los Angeles Dodgers tendered contracts last December to five players who are eligible for salary arbitration. Among them was left-handed relief pitcher Vidal Nuno, who was acquired from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for backup catcher Carlos Ruiz.

Chris Hatcher and Scott Van Slyke were also arbitration-eligible, but both agreed to one-year contracts prior to the deadline for clubs to tender contracts.

Tuesday marked the start of the arbitration process as it was the filing date for arbitration. Friday, Jan. 13, is when teams and players each submit a salary figure for the 2017 season. If sides are unable to reach an agreement, then arbitration hearings are…