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D-Backs sign Jarvis to MiLB contract

Veteran right-hander boasted top ERA in PCL
December 10, 2005
PHOENIX -- The Diamondbacks added a pitcher on Friday as they signed Kevin Jarvis to a Minor League contract.

The right-hander was with the Cardinals organization in 2005 and appeared in 26 games (25 starts) for Triple-A Memphis, where he was 11-6 with a Pacific Coast League-leading 3.38 ERA.

Jarvis, 36, also made four relief appearances for the Cardinals last year and was 0-1 with a 13.50 ERA.

Over 11 years in the Major Leagues, Jarvis has a 34-47 record with a 5.97 ERA in 178 appearances (114 starts).

Steve Gilbert is a reporter for MLB.com.