Grace has re-signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks, agreeing to a one-year contract. The deal also includes a club option for the 2004 season. The veteran first baseman hit .252 with seven homers and 48 RBI last season.
Nov. 4, 2002
Grace has filed for free agency. The veteran first baseman hit .252 with seven homers and 48 RBI in 124 regular-season games with the Arizona Diamondbacks this past season.
Jul. 2, 2002
Grace broke a toe when he hit his foot on a couch leg in the clubhouse in Cleveland on Sunday. The Diamondbacks' first baseman said he plans to play through the injury.
Jun. 17, 2002
Grace recorded the 500th double of his career in the Diamondbacks' victory over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. The veteran first baseman is just the 37th player in major league history to reach the mark.
May. 17, 2002
Grace has been replaced as the Diamondbacks' everyday first baseman by Erubiel Durazo. Grace, who is currently nursing a bruised ankle, still is expected to play an important role with Arizona, says manager Bob Brenly.