I really wanted to see him go to the Brewers but Jake Arrieta is now a member of the Philadelphia Phillies. Make sure you check out this tribute to the ex-Cubs pitcher, a fond remembrance of one of the team’s all time great players. Arrieta got a three-year deal for $75 million, but the contract is a little complicated as it contains options for both the team and the player after the second year.
The average annual value of Arrieta’s deal ($25 million) was the highest signed by any player since the end of last season.