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It also means Arraez will be a free agent again after his age-31 season, still very much in his prime and able to cash in on another lucrative contract. Throw in some incentives like, say, $250,000 if he reaches 200 hits and $500,000 for winning a batting title and both sides are happy while helping the bottom line.