Piazza, acquired from the Marlins in ‘98 to replace the injured Todd Hundley, quickly became a fan favorite. He broke the home run record for catchers in 2004. The Mets experimented with playing Piazza at first base, but he has since moved back to his original position. The Padres signed Piazza January 31, 2006. Mike Piazza is a native of Norristown, Pennsylvania.Contract/Options Status: Signed 7 yr/$91 M deal in November, 1998 | 2004: $15 M | 2005: $15 M