Nestor Cortes agrees to deal with Phillies that pays $1.5 million while he’s in major leagues
Philadelphia Phillies have inked a one-year deal with former All-Star left-hander Nestor Cortes, worth $1.5 million while he's in the major leagues and $250,000 while in the minors. The veteran, 31 years old, has had an illustrious career spanning eight seasons in the majors with notable stints with the Padres, Yankees, and Seattle.
His tenure with the Padres saw him acquire from the Brewers on July 31, 2023. Despite a season plagued by injuries in 2022, Cortes bounced back, claiming a 12-4 record with a 2.44 ERA that season, earning him an All-Star nod. He is set to be optioned to Class A Clearwater as part of the agreement, which was finalized on Wednesday.
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