The Cardinals have reportedly avoided arbitration with outfielder Ryan Ludwick by agreeing to a one-year, $3.7 million contract. Ludwick can earn another $100,000 if he gets 675 plate appearances this year. RealGM Staff Report: Ludwick was ranked 57th in season FIC and 'deserved' to make $12M in 2008, giving him an excellent Reina Value of +2,820%.