The Padres and outfielder Chris Denorfia have agreed on a contract extension that will keep him in San Diego through the 2014 season. Denorfia will earn $2 million in 2013 and $2.25 million in 2014."We are excited to extend Chris to a two-year contract through 2014," said GM Josh Byrnes. "He has proven to be a valuable and versatile player for us over the last three seasons, and his style of play is infectious."
Denorfia was set to be a free agent after the 2013 season, and has hit .279 over three seasons with the Padres, mostly as a bench player. He has experience at all three outfield positions in his career.
Analysis: It seems like the Padres are really interested in retaining their veteran players. I'm surprised by this move, considering that Denorfia is pretty much a bench player at best. Denorfia is a good hitter, but will not be the starting outfielder, unless someone gets hurt. As for Denorfia, it's a good move for him because job security is key for him at this stage in his career.
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