Former American League MVP Juan Gonzalez, attempting to make a comeback, has signed a deal to play with the Long Island Ducks. According to a news release just emailed out:

The Long Island Ducks, members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, today announced that they have agreed to terms with outfielder Juan Gonzalez on a contract for the 2006 season. He is expected to join the club on Tuesday, June 6, in time for the team's three-game series against the Lancaster Barnstormers, while the Ducks first home game with Gonzalez in uniform at Citibank Park is scheduled for Tuesday, June 13 at 7:05 p.m.

"In our history, the Atlantic League has helped players like Rickey Henderson, Carlos Baerga, Jose Lima and many more get back to the big leagues," says Ducks principal owner and Atlantic League CEO Frank Boulton. "We are looking forward to helping Juan achieve that same goal."

Of course, not every reclamation project by the Ducks has worked out.