2016 – The Dodgers continue to be aggressive in signing defectors from Cuba, inking P Yaisel Sierra to a six-year contract worth $30 million. The signing follows that of major leaguers Yasiel Puig, Alex Guerrero, Erisbel Arruebarrena and Hector Olivera, all to multi-million dollar contracts, and three other pitchers inked in recent months: Yadier Alvarez, Yusniel Diaz and Omar Estevez.

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On February 21, 2016 — 2016 – The Dodgers continue to be aggressive in signing defectors from Cuba, inking P Yaisel Sierra to a six-year contract worth $30 million. The signing follows that of major leaguers Yasiel Puig, Alex Guerrero, Erisbel Arruebarrena and Hector Olivera, all to multi-million dollar contracts, and three other pitchers inked in recent months: Yadier Alvarez, Yusniel Diaz and Omar Estevez.

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National Pastime February 21
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