The Marlins landed their veteran closer late Saturday night, agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent right-hander Brandon Kintzler. MLB Network insider Jon Heyman was first to report that the sides were “working on a deal,” while ESPN.com’s Jesse Rogers followed with the financial details:
Reliever Brandon Kintzler is singing with the Marlins: 1 year, $3 million with a $4 mil option for 2021 (or $250k buyout).
— Jesse Rogers (@ESPNChiCubs) January 26, 2020
In 2019 for the Cubs, Kintzler posted a 2.