January 15 in Dodgers History: Andruw Jones Placed On Waivers By Los Angeles Dodgers (2009)

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Andruw Jones on waivers after he agreed to defer the majority of his remaining $21.1 million salary, ending a disastrous 13-month tenure with the organization. Jones, who signed a two-year, $36.2 million contract in the 2007 offseason, struggled with injuries and performance issues, batting .158 in 75 games.

From the collection: Andruw Jones fan-cave plaque →

Source: Historical record

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