MLB trade rumours: Diamondbacks sign up star pitcher Madison Bumgarner for $85 million

2019 MLB Winter Meetings came to an end, but that did t stop franchises from doing business. In ar free nt pitcher finding a team, Arizona Diamondbacks sealed trade of Madison Bumgarner on Sunday. pitcher joins Diamondbacks for an $85 million deal, running for 5 years.

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MLB trade rumours: Diamondbacks sign Madison Bumgarner

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deal was a surprise to many as Arizona Diamondbacks were t in mix for making a big free-nt signing or pursuing a big-ticket pitcher, let alone Madison Bumgarner’s sealing signature. However, former San Francisco Giants player finds himself on roster of ir National League Conference rivals, Arizona Diamondbacks. Madison Bumgarner’s top choice in free ncy was Diamondbacks if y could pay him appropriately, according to Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. While Bumgarner and his camp were hoping for a deal close to $100 million, it seems like Arizona Diamondbacks came close eugh to match ir expectations. Rosenthal also speculates perhaps or MLB franchise was willing to reach 9-figure mark for Madison Bumgarner’s services.

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MLB trade rumours: Diamondbacks might trade Robbie Ray after Bumgarner trade

Madison Bumgarner’s trade creates a crunch for teams looking for rotation help. Ironically, Diamondbacks are team that benefits most from crisis considering that Arizona franchise is actively looking to trade Robbie Ray. Ray is in final year of his contract and is expected to earn $10.8 million in his last year of arbitration entitlement. With Madison Bumgarner’s signing, Arizona Diamondbacks would be safe to trade Robbie Ray.

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