Ted Lilly avoided arbitration by agreeing to a 1 year, $4 million contract. Lilly can also earn up to $200,000 more based on innings pitched.
The Jays exchanged figures with Hillenbrand and Walker. Hillenbrand has asked for $6.7 million with the Jays offering $5.0 million and Walker has asked for $850,000 with the Jays offering $575,000.
Additionally, the Jays acquired LHP Brian Tallet from the Indians in exchange for RHP Bubbie Buzachero. Tallet was recently designated for assignment by the Indians.
Lilly's contract was $1 million lower than yesterday's estimate. As a result the payroll stands at approximately $69.0 million (assuming $750,000 for Walker and $5.5 million for Hillenbrand).
Thanks to Brian W for pointing out the Lilly link.
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