RHP Kirby Yates, Dodgers agree to 1-year, $13M deal

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RHP Kirby Yates, Dodgers agree to one-year, $13M deal
Right-handed reliever Kirby Yates has agreed to a one-year contract worth $13 million to join the Los Angeles Dodgers.The deal was first reported Jan. 21, and the team confirmed it Thursday night.
LA Dodgers finalize one-year, $13 million contract with reliever Kirby Yates
Yates joins a refurbished bullpen for the World Series champions, who finalized a four-year, $72 million contract with Tanner Scott last week.
Dodgers officially add Kirby Yates to beefed up bullpen
Yates, whose 1.17 ERA was second only to Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase (0.61) among relievers with at least 50 innings of work last season. The Dodgers designate Ryan Brasier for assignment.
Dodgers sign Kirby Yates
The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Kirby Yates on a one-year contract for $13 million. The Dodgers designated right-handed pitcher Ryan Brasier for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.
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