The San Diego Padres have found their second basement for the 2009 season. David Eckstein and the Padres signed a one year contract on Wednesday. Eckstein is expected to make around $1 million in the one year deal. Eckstein hit .265 in 324 at-bats last season between stints with the Toronto Blue Jays and Arizona Diamondbacks.
I would expect to see Eckstein hitting in the number two spot for the Padres as he is a good contact hitter and usually puts the ball in play. He does not hit for power, but he will put the ball in play and get on base. Exactly what the Padres need at the top of the order.
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