The Baltimore Orioles announced this morning they have signed INF Chris Johnson to a minor-league deal. The contract includes an invitation to Major League Spring Training.
Johnson spent the 2016 season with the Miami Marlins after signing a one-year deal to be a platoon for first baseman Justin Bour. Johnson signing with the Marlins seemed like a perfect fit, especially since Johnson hit .314/.350/.436 against left-handed pitching in his career.
Unfortunately, Johnson uncharacteristically struggled against southpaws in 2016, hitting only .212/.284/.333.
The Atlanta Braves originally signed Johnson to a three-year, $23.5 Million contract extension after an impressive 2013 season.