Officially, this transaction will read something like this:
‘Pending a physical, the Atlanta Braves have avoided arbitration with right-handed pitcher Josh Collmenter, agreeing to terms on a 1-year contract.’
Unofficially, it is an endorsement of the audition Collmenter made in September that helped fill a large gap in the rotation and helped the Braves finish strong in 2016.
According to a published report from Dave O’Brien, Collmenter will receive a base salary of $1.2 million, with a chance for an equal amount in incentive bonuses based on starts or relief appearances.
MLBTR Arbitration projections suggest that Collmenter would be due for a $2.