Arizona reaches deal for Big Unit

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01/08/2007 - New York, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Randy Johnson's days with the New York Yankees are over, as the Arizona Diamondbacks have reached an agreement in principle with the Yankees to acquire the 43-year-old southpaw.

According to several reports, Johnson came to terms on a two-year, $26 million contract extension. The only remaining obstacle to the deal is a physical Johnson must undergo. The big left-hander underwent back surgery this offseason.

"We have come to an agreement in principle with Randy Johnson pending both us and the Yankees reviewing additional medical information," said Diamondbacks general manager Josh Byrnes. "We will respectfully decline any comment until all medical information has been reviewed."

In exchange for Johnson the Yankees will receive veteran reliever Luis Vizcaino, as well as pitching prospects Ross Ohlendorf and Steven Jackson, and minor league shortstop Alberto Gonzalez.

Johnson pitched for the Diamondbacks from 1999-2004 and led the team to the World Series title in 2001 over the Yankees. Four of his five Cy Young Awards have come in Arizona, while the other was in 1995 with Seattle.

A 10-time All-Star, Johnson has compiled a 34-19 record in his two seasons with the Yankees. That included a 17-11 record with a 5.00 ERA in 33 starts this past season.

Johnson has compiled 280 wins over his 19-year career and thrived in Arizona, amassing a 103-49 record.

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