Pitchers Carl Pavano and J.J. Putz were the
lone players to file for free agency on Saturday, bringing to date 120 players
who have filed since the World Series came to a conclusion.
Putz, who missed most of the season due to right elbow surgery, had the option
on his contract declined by the Mets Friday. He was due to make $9.1 million
in 2010, but instead the Mets bought out his deal for $1 million. He was 1-4
with two saves and a 5.22 ERA over 19 games in his first season with the Mets.
Pavano compiled a 14-12 mark with a 5.10 ERA over 33 games playing for
Cleveland and Minnesota in 2009. He was traded from the Indians to the Twins
in August.
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