CLEVELAND – Francisco Lindor once stood by his wardrobe and indicated his favorite major leagues to watch. One of the first names he offered was Eddie Rosario.
The two grew up about an hour apart in Puerto Rico, and for the past six years, they have faced each other regularly. Lindor was the Indians’ heartbeat. Rosario was the Indian’s heartbreaker.
Three weeks after Cleveland awarded Lindor to the Mets, they signed Rosario to a $ 8 million one-year deal, several sources told The Athletic.
Earlier Friday, the club made its reunion with César Hernández, second baseman, official. A source said the 2021 contract is worth $ 5 million, with a $ 6 million club option for 2022.
What to know about Rosario
A look at his sleeping percentages over the past four seasons – .507, .479, .500, .476 – illustrates why he will go seamlessly in the middle of Terry Francona’s batting order. Net José …