2003 – 46-year-old relief pitcher Jesse Orosco agrees to a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks and will earn an $800,000 salary if he is added to the big league roster.

 

On November 22, 2003 — 2003 – 46-year-old relief pitcher Jesse Orosco agrees to a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks and will earn an $800,000 salary if he is added to the big league roster.

 

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