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Report: Twins sign SS Carroll

Found November 11, 2011 on Pro Sports Daily: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Jamey Carroll
TEAMS: Minnesota Twins,  Los Angeles Dodgers

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The Minnesota Twins have reached an agreement with free-agent shortstop Jamey Carroll, according to an ESPN report. The 37-year-old is expected to take over the starting job after the team had a revolving door at the spot last season. Terms of the deal were not yet known. Carroll spent last year with the Los Angeles Dodgers, hitting .290 in 146 games.The 10-year-veteran is a .278 career hitter and has the ability to play multiple positions.
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