Feb 27, 2008 5:59 PM EST

The Colorado Rockies have decided against a minor league deal with Neifi Perez worth $750,000, according to the Associated Press.

Manager Clint Hurdle called the initial contract offer a 'goodwill gesture' for one of the most popular players in club history.

"We just didn't feel like it was a good fit," assistant general manager Bill Geivett said.

Via ESPN