A's sign Sheets to 1 year deal

[Myerburg311]

Ben Sheets signed a one year deal worth $10 million dollars today.

I like it.. I think he could really have a good year except not sure it makes too much sense for the A's to sign him as I don't see them doing too much this year.. Also surprised he got that much coming off major surgery without proving he can pitch in the majors again..

[Mister_Ed]

they will do with him what they did with matt holiday last year- if he plays well, he will be a midseason trade for some prospects to keep up their rebuilding. if hes not good/healthy, they jettison him after the season, hence the 1 year deal

[gladdyontherise]

I'm suprised of all teams intrested he signed with the A's, but I do agree with you, Ed

[tikitomoka]

according to ESPN's buster olney the A's are also the front runner for Yankee's outfielder Johnny Damon

[JesRey]

$10 Million is a whole lot of money for someone coming off an injury and someone who didn't pitch last season

[gladdyontherise]

$10 Million is a whole lot of money for someone coming off an injury and someone who didn't pitch last season

I'm assuming most money is built on insentives

[JesRey]

I'm assuming most money is built on insentives

Looks like he gets the full $10 million

According to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated, Sheet’s contract is for $10 million plus performance bonuses.

[gladdyontherise]

dang, wow, uhm, overpaid?? for sure

[jsab4807]

Yea, that's crazy. $10 million guaranteed?