Jan. 7--The Marlins wrapped up one acquisition Tuesday, signing reliever Scott Proctor, but fell short in their bid to obtain starter Carl Pavano.
Proctor, a right-hander, finalized a one-year deal worth $750,000 with the opportunity to make an additional $250,000 through performance-based incentives. The 32-year-old Stuart native underwent postseason elbow surgery but is expected to be ready for spring training next month. The Marlins were unsuccessful in their attempt to reacquire Pavano, who ended up signing a one-year deal with the Indians.
The oft-injured Pavano, who once pitched for the Marlins, will reportedly make $1.5 million, with the potential to earn an additional $5.3 million in incentives tied to starts and innings pitched.
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