Sources tell the Daily News’ David Murphy that the Phillies have agreed to a three-year, $18 million deal with 3B Placido Polanco.¬† The Phils declined the $5.5 million option on Pedro Feliz and will pay an extra $500k to Polanco to man the hot corner.¬† While his batting average has declined steadily over the last three years, Polanco’s .285 batting average is much more digestible than Feliz’ .266.¬†
Polanco’s power leaves a lot to be desired, but Feliz never showed the power here that he did in San Francisco.¬† Also, Polanco’s higher average will help keep things going towards the bottom of the order as opposed to Feliz’ double-play special.
As for defense, well, Pedro played a heck of a third base.¬† We’ll have to see if Polanco can at least get close to that.¬†
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