Orlando Hudson Signs with Dodgers
February 20, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
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The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Orlando Hudson to a one-year contract worth approximately $3.4 million. Although the Dodgers didn’t have a glaring need for a second baseman, they viewed Hudson as too much of a bargain to pass up.
Hudson gives the Dodgers a former gold glove second baseman who hit better than .300 last season with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Although Hudson doesn’t have much power, he fits in nicely with their current lineup — especially if L.A. is able to re-sign Manny Ramirez.
Prior to signing Hudson, the Dodgers were planning on starting Blake DeWitt at second base. With Hudson at second, DeWitt can be used as a utility man.
Last season, Hudson hit .305 with eight homers and 41 RBIs. He played in only 107 games but the 31-year-old had been relatively durable prior to last year.
Now get Manny and a lefty reliever (Ohman) and we’ll be in preety good shape to take the division.
Now get Manny and a lefty reliever (Ohman) and we’ll be in pretty good shape to take the division.