Marlins strike Oviedo deal pending legal issues

(Reuters) - Miami Marlins closer Juan Carlos Oviedo agreed to a one-year deal with the team on Tuesday provided the Dominican player is able to return to the United States this season.

The Marlins announced the deal, worth $6 million according to local reports, that helped them avoid arbitration on their website (Miami.marlins.mlb.com) but it is pending legal issues.

Oviedo, formerly known as Leo Nunez, was forced to return to the Dominican Republic last September after it was discovered he had been playing under a different name.

He is still working to return to the U.S. and is still listed on MLB's restricted list until that time.

Oviedo recorded 36 saves for the Marlins last season in his second straight year as the team's closer. He had 30 saves in 2010.

(Writing by Jahmal Corner in Los Angeles; Editing by John O'Brien)