Andruw Jones signs with a California team.
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by Stull85
Andruw Jones late Wensday night signed a 2 year 36.2 million dollar deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The San Francisco Giants were going after him also but he really wanted to play in L.A. Once again the Giants lose out on a addition to their team. They also attempted to get Miguel Cabrera but were outbid by the Detroit Tigers.
Jones will receive a $12.2 million signing bonus, of which $5.1 million is payable next year, $2.1 million in 2009 and $5 million in 2010. He well get salaries of $9 million next year and $15 million in 2009, he also will receive a no-trade clause. This will move Juan Pierre to one of the other outfielder positions. This move strengthens the Dodgers defense -- Jones has won 10 consecutive Gold Gloves dating back to 1998. He had an off year at the plate, hitting only .222 when he averages .260 through out the rest of his career. Hopefully this move will reestablish his swing and after the two years he will be a free agent at the young age of 32.
By the way, the two former South Alabama players --
Luis Gonzalez, who started his career with Houston before moving on to Arizona and winning a World Series.
Juan Pierre, the last South Alabama Jaguar to win a World Series ring.