The Atlanta Braves signed veteran third baseman Josh Donaldson and brought back backstop Brian McCann, both on one-year contracts:
Donaldson, who spent four seasons (2010, 2012-14) with the A’s before winning the AL MVP award with Toronto in 2015, agreed to a $23 million deal that matches what he made during a forgettable 2018 season, a person familiar with the agreement said. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal was subject to a successful physical.
The Braves are counting on a return to form from Donaldson, a three-time All-Star who turns 33 next month. He was limited to 52 games by shoulder inflammation and calf issues and hit .246 with eight homers and 23 RBIs. He was dealt to Cleveland by the Blue Jays on Aug. 31.
McCann’s $2 million contract was announced by the Braves, reuniting the team with a catcher who was a seven-time All-Star from 2005 through ’13.
It’s a good way to solidify a division winner with no long-term commitment. If Donaldson doesn’t bounce back, the Braves are only out one year of a big contract.
from baseballmusings.com https://ift.tt/2r60okt
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