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In his weekly mailbag for Dodgers.com, Ken Gurnick provided a solid answer to a question that has probably crossed the minds of several of you:
Is any of Darren Dreifort's salary for next year covered by insurance if he doesn't pitch? - Gary P., New York, N.Y.
Yes, but it's not so simple that the Dodgers suddenly have an extra $13.4 million to spend. They do have some disability insurance on Dreifort, but the terms are complicated. Reportedly, Dreifort must be disabled for one complete year from the date he last pitched, Aug. 16. As astounding as his record of injuries has been, it's conceivable that he could be healed from his hip and knee injuries before that window expires and return to action.
Also, although the exact terms are not known, the reimbursement to the club is not dollar for dollar, but includes a deductible of millions of dollars. (Dodger general manager Paul) DePodesta said for payroll purposes he is assuming he must pay Dreifort the $13.4 million for which his contract calls.
So if there are any savings to be had from the Dreifort insurance money, they might not apply to the 2005 budget, but rather 2006.
Gurnick also writes that DePodesta has "expressed renewed interest" in Arizona pitcher Randy Johnson, but doubts that the Diamondbacks are interested in sending him to a division rival. Apparently, the line is drawn at Steve Finley and Brent Mayne.
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