The Texas Rangers bolstered their lineup with the addition of outfielder Shin-Soo Choo on a seven-year contract worth a reported $130 million.
Shin-Soo Choo contract with Rangers backloaded

Rick YeattsRangers introduce Choo

Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsDaniels stated that he wanted to remake the offense in style, not just change personnel, and that Choo is a perfect fit for what the team is trying to do. The Rangers were first in the game in runs scored in 2012 and third in 2011, but in 2013 they fell to eighth in runs and their park-adjusted batting dropped below average with a team wRC+ of 97.
In addition to calling Choo one of the most productive offensive players in the game, Daniels praised his character. Daniels expressed admiration for Choo’s drive and the way he honed his craft as young player working his way through the minors. He called Choo a “blue collar” player and a “grind it out” type of guy. Manager Ron Washington praised his versatility and “old school values.”
Read Article >Yankees offered Shin-Soo Choo $140 million

Rob Leifheit-USA TODAY SportsBoras will get Choo paid at some point. It may be tough to find someone willing to go beyond the Yankees’ previous offer, however.
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