Marlins Sign Veteran OF Corey Dickerson on 2-Year Deal
The Miami Marlins are still reeling after trading NL MVP Christian Yelich away back in 2018. The slugger joined the Brewers and immediately broke out into the superstar he is now. Meanwhile, his absence left a gaping hole in their outfield that they haven't been able to fill since.
Derek Jeter and Co. are hoping their most recent signing will help them gain back some of what they lost in Yelich. According to Jon Heyman, the Marlins have signed veteran outfielder Corey Dickerson to a two-year deal.
Marlins are finalizing deal with Corey Dickerson. 2 years.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) December 28, 2019
Dickerson's contract with the Marlins is expected to be worth $17.5 million over the next two seasons, per Mark Feinsand.
Corey Dickerson and the Marlins are finalizing a two-year deal worth $17.5 million, per source. Pending physical. @JonHeyman had him going to the Marlins 1st.
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) December 28, 2019
The veteran outfielder has hopped around the MLB for the past few seasons, making stops in Tampa Bay, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia after beginning his career in the Mile-High City with the Rockies in 2013. Shoulder and foot injuries derailed his 2019 season, but the left-hander still managed to bat .304 with 12 big flies and 59 RBI in limited action.
Corey Dickerson slashed .304/.341/.565/.906 with 12 HRs 59 RBIs and 28 2Bs in 260 ABs last year. Not a full year sample, but wow he was incredible in his PT last year. Majority of his ABs came against righties, but had a .782 OPS in 59 ABs against lefties. This is a great pickup
— Luke® (@4_lukesimpson) December 28, 2019
Dickerson will likely be given more opportunity in Miami after seeing just 260 at bats in 2019. The 30-year-old adds a veteran presence to the Marlins' lineup, and offers high quality defense in the outfield.