Kyle Gibson signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the Cardinals in November of 2023, which included a $12 million team option for 2025 with a $1 million buyout. The contract also included a $500,000 bonus in 2025 for 175 innings pitched. However, the team declined the option in October of 2024. Gibson struggled with pitch-to-contact approach at hitter-friendly parks but showed potential for improvement and durability throughout his career.
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The Texas Rangers signed Joc Pederson, a lefty-swinging designated hitter, to a two-year, $37 million deal with an opt-out option after the first season. Pederson, coming off a career-best season with the Diamondbacks, brings strong offensive capabilities to the team, expected to platoon as DH. With a career OPS+ of 119 and 209 home runs, Pederson adds valuable hitting prowess to the Rangers lineup. the provided text for me to summarize. Full Article
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