Brian Giles Signs With Los Angeles Dodgers

It looks like Brian Giles is holding on too long.

The 39-year-old former all-star signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday. It would appear Giles' best-case scenario is to be the Dodgers' fifth outfielder, primarily serving as a left-handed bat off the bench.

Just two seasons ago, Giles hit over .300, with an on-base percentage a shade under .400 in 147 games. Last year, he hit just .191 with two home runs in 61 games.

Maybe Giles' knee still has enough life in it to provide some value to Los Angeles. Maybe he can be a guy who can get a hit when they need one or get on base to start a rally.

But I doubt it.

Giles has been on the decline for quite some time now, and the shame of it all is his glory days will soon be wash...

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