PHOENIX — Free-agent infielder Felipe Lopez has signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks for a reported $3.5 million.

"We feel that Felipe fits our club well," general manager Josh Byrnes said on Friday. "He is a switch hitter with an ability to impact the game with power, speed and defense."

The club didn't confirm the terms reported by The Associated Press on Thursday.

By signing Lopez, the Diamondbacks fill a hole left when three-time Gold Glove second baseman Orlando Hudson became a free agent. Hudson missed time late last season with a wrist injury that required surgery.

The 28-year-old Lopez has spent eight seasons in the majors and split this year between Washington and St. Louis. He batted .283 with six homers and 46 RBIs in 143 games.