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Josh Thole inks two-year deal
Josh Thole - C - Toronto Blue Jays
Jan. 18, 2013 - 2:00 PM ET

Blue Jays avoided arbitration with C Josh Thole by agreeing to a two-year, $2.5 million contract.

The deal also includes a $1.75 million club option for a third year. The owner of a career .261/.331/.333 batting line, Thole will back up J.P. Arencibia in 2013.