As most fans know, the team acquired the 'verstaile' Ty Wigginton off the market yesterday. There's not been an offiicial press release out on the signing (one can assume he has to finish a physical), but he'll be an Oriole. Here's some more from Wigginton courtesy of the Baltimore Sun. Wigginton... ...
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TEAMS: Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, Pittsburgh Pirates, Tampa Bay Rays
TEAMS: Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, Pittsburgh Pirates, Tampa Bay Rays
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The Orioles and Ty Wigginton have agreed to a two year deal worth six million dollars. It was surprising to see the Astros release Wigginton after he hit .285 with 23 HR with 58 RBI in 111 games for the Astros last season. Wigginton will play multiple positions for the Orioles, including 1B, 3B, DH, and outfield. He can even play second base if necessary.?This story was approved by MLB Rumors.
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According to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal, the Orioles have signed Ty Wigginton to a two year contract.
Wiggington will receive $6 million for the two years, the Baltimore Sun reports.
Wigginton hit .285 with 23 home runs and 58 RBIs with the Astros last season.
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Via Oriole Post
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February 03, 2009
It looks like the bench situation with the Orioles has now only become more complicated. Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports has reported that Baltimore and Ty Wigginton have agreed to a two-year deal. The Orioles have signed free-agent Ty Wigginton to a two-year contract, according to a major-league ...
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Via Midwest Sports Fans
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