Let's see, about $136 million (over eight years) went to 40-40 star Alfonso Soriano, who has never really mastered a position. Another $100 million went to first baseman/left fielder Carlos Lee, who has never reached a .900 OPS in his career and looks like a weight problem. (Full article: 1289 words)

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