The Mariners have re-signed pitcher Oliver Perez to a one year deal worth $1.5 million. The deal includes another $600k that can be obtained through performance bonuses.Perez straightened out his career in 2012, serving as Seattle's left handed specialist, posting a 2.12 ERAn in 29 2/3 innings while actually gaining some velocity on his fastball (average fastball speed=93.7 mph)
Analysis: This is a good move by the Mariners. Perez did a nice job working out of the bullpen for Seattle in 2012, and I'm happy for the guy. As a former Mets fan, I just wanted him out of New York because he was one of the biggest busts in the franchise's history, but it is good to see him finally being useful to a team. $1.5 million isn't too much, so it won't kill the payroll.
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