According to Denis Lin of the San Diego Union Tribune, the San Diego Padres have signed infielder Erick Aybar to a minor league deal.
AJ Cassavel of Padres.com also reported the news.
Aybar has spent time with Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Atlanta Braves, and Detroit Tigers throughout his career. He has won the Gold Glove award as well as been named to an All-Star team in his career.
Last season with the Tigers Aybar played in 29 games and hit .250. Aybar will compete for a starting job in the infield for San Diego. San Diego will look to finalize their roster as Spring Training approaches.
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