MIAMI (AP) - Right-hander Ricky Nolasco has agreed to a $26.5 million, three-year contract with the Florida Marlins.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because the contract won’t become final until Nolasco passes a physical.
Nolasco gets $6 million next season, $9 million in 2012 and $11.5 million in 2013.
The agreement further solidifies the Marlins’ rotation as they prepare to open a new ballpark in 2012. Ace Josh Johnson has three years remaining on a $39 million contract he signed a year ago
Nolasco is 54-39 in five years with the Marlins. Last season he went 14-9 with a 4.51 ERA.
Florida’s rotation next season will also include Anibal Sanchez, Chris Volstad and newcomer Javier Vazquez.
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