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Ex-Yankees Veteran Reportedly Signs with Athletics After Harsh Bronx Exit

Ex-Yankees Veteran Reportedly Signs with Athletics After Harsh Bronx Exit

Summary

Mark Leiter Jr., a veteran Major League Baseball pitcher, has signed a one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics after being released by the New York Yankees. The deal, which is for around $3 million, is still pending a physical examination. Leiter has previously played for several other MLB teams including the Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays, and Chicago Cubs.

Key Facts

  • Mark Leiter Jr. is a right-handed pitcher with six seasons of MLB experience.
  • The New York Yankees let Leiter go after he had a 4.84 ERA last season.
  • Leiter's new contract with the Athletics is for one year and about $3 million.
  • The agreement requires a physical examination before it's finalized.
  • Leiter has played for four other MLB teams: Phillies, Blue Jays, and Cubs.
  • The Athletics finished last season with a record of 76-86 games.
  • The Athletics had one of the best offenses but struggled with their pitching staff.
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