Erin WalshDecember 10, 2023
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The Arizona Diamondbacks signed previous Detroit Tigers pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez to a four-year, $80 million agreement in totally free firm, and basic supervisor Mike Hazen could not be more fired up to have him on board.
“We’re getting a recognized beginning pitcher that has the benefit to toss 175 to 200 innings with great things,” Hazen stated Friday, per Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic“I believe he’s somebody who slots into our rotation, I do not understand precisely where, however because leading 4, and I seem like it provides us a relatively powerful 4 guys. Which 5 area is most likely to be the young guys contending, and I believe that’s excellent, too.”
After being up to the Texas Rangers worldwide Series, the Diamondbacks set out to enhance their lineup this winter season with hopes of competing for a title in 2024.
Rodriguez figures to be an essential member of Arizona’s rotation next season and beyond, strengthening a group that is headlined by Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly.
The D-Backs aren’t done including simply yet, according to Hazen.
