US EditionDetroit Tigers Trade-Deadline Pickup Finds New Home in Miami
Chris Paddack, 30, joins Miami Marlins with a one-year $4 million deal and up to $500,000 in bonuses to strengthen rotation after key trades, sources said.
- On Monday, right-hander Chris Paddack and the Miami Marlins agreed to a one-year, $4 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
- With recent trades sending Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers away, the Miami Marlins fill immediate rotation needs by likely slotting Chris Paddack into the rotation.
- Across his 2025 stints with the Twins and Tigers, Paddack was 5-12 with a 5.35 ERA in 28 starts and five relief appearances.
- The contract includes performance incentives, with a person familiar with the negotiations telling The Associated Press on condition of anonymity that it includes up to $500,000 in performance bonuses, ESPN's Jeff Passan also reported.
- Given his prior $7.5 million salary, Paddack's career totals include a 32-36 record and 4.64 ERA over seven seasons, with a short-term $4 million deal signaling a gamble.
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Chris Paddack and Miami Marlins agree to $4 million, 1-year contract, AP source says
Chris Paddack and the Miami Marlins have agreed to a $4 million, one-year contract. That's according to a person familiar with the negotiations who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because the agreement was subject to a successful physical.
Marlins reach deal with former draftee Paddack (source)
MIAMI – The Marlins are reuniting with a former Draft pick to add to their pitching depth, having agreed to a one-year deal with veteran right-hander Chris Paddack, sources told MLB.com on Monday. The club has not confirmed the deal, which is worth $4 million and includes an additional $500,000
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