This is a discussion on Valverde Gets Paid within the Houston Astros forum; Astros agreed to terms with RHP Jose Valverde on a one-year, $8 million contract.
Relievers don't have the best track ...
How bad has Ausmus gotten that Lo Duca is an improvement? Lo Duca hit .243 with ZERO HR last year. The year before he hit .272, 9 HR, 54 RBI. Not to mention he's a terrible defensive catcher with no arm, and injury problems.
