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The Braves signed their first baseman, Casey Kotchman, to a $2.885 million contract, avoiding...

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The Braves signed their first baseman, Casey Kotchman, to a $2.885 million contract, avoiding arbitration, the Post has learned. Kotchman had asked for $3.25 million through arbitration and the Braves had countered at $2.475 million. Kotchman also can make an additional $25,000 by reaching each plate appearance total of 575, 600, 625 and 650. In addition, Kotchman can make $50,000 for winning the MVP, being an All-Star, earning the Gold Glove or bring the World Series MVP. He can take home $25,000 for winning the Silver Slugger or the LCS MVP.

Braves avoid arbitration with Kotchman