Infielder to get about $1 million if he makes Opening Day roster
Chris HaftMLB.com
Aurilia, 37, is expected to receive about $1 million if he makes the Opening Day roster, considerably less than the $4.5 million he earned last year. But Aurilia seized the opportunity to rejoin the Giants, for whom he has played in 10 of his 13 years, while recognizing the tough job market free agents have faced this offseason.
"I'm happy I'm a Giant and hopefully I can finish my career with the Giants," Aurilia said. "I have a lot of pride in putting on that uniform."
Aurilia, who can play all four infield spots, made all of his starts last season at first base (49 games) and third (50). His stability as a backup could prove necessary if the Giants decided to use rookie Travis Ishikawa at first base and near-rookie Pablo Sandoval at third.
Aurilia enjoyed a strong 2008 season, hitting .283 with 10 home runs and 52 RBIs. His .321 average against left-handed pitchers ranked 15th in the National League.
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