36-year old David Ortiz will formally accept salary arbitration today & remain a member of the Boston Red Sox for 2012. He is expected to make $13-$14 million for one year.
Even though the market may have priced out Big Papi's services as a DH closer to $9-$10 million, this is a good deal for both sides. The Sox get a 29/99 guy back in the middle of the order & Ortiz is motivated to produce for his next contract in 2013.
The re-signing of Ortiz now allows Cherington to focus his remaining budget allowance on piecing together pitching for the bullpen & perhaps adding a starter. No major moves are expected via free agency, but the Sox are talking trade with the Oakland A's who have both starting pitchers & a closer available for the right players in return.
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