"The Yankees have avoided arbitration with outfielder Brett Gardner, reaching a one-year deal worth $2.8 million. This is Gardner's first year with arbitration eligibility.

Gardner led the Yankees with a .383 on-base percentage in 2010. He regressed a bit in 2011, with his OBP falling to .345, but remained a threat on the base paths. He tied for the American League lead with 49 stolen bases."