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After tying for the National League lead in home runs last season, first baseman Chris Carter has reached an agreement with the New York Yankees
Per USA Today's Bob Nightengale, Carter agreed to a one-year deal worth $3 million from the Yankees for 2017. Jon Heyman of Today's Knuckleball confirmed the news.
Carter had a career year with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2016, setting new highs in several key offensive categories.
| Chris Carter: Career Highs Set in 2016 | |
| Stat | Previous Career High (Season) |
| 122 Hits | 115 (2014) |
| 27 Doubles | 24 (2013) |
| 41 Home Runs | 37 (2014) |
| 94 RBI | 88 (2014) |
| 76 Walks | 70 (2013) |
| Source: Baseball-Reference. | |