The Detroit Tigers have added to their infield pool.
The Tigers signed second baseman César Hernández to a minor-league contract with an invitation to MLB spring training, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The 32-year-old will earn $1.5 million if he makes the major leagues, with the chance for an additional $1.85 million in performance bonuses.
Hernández, a 10-year MLB veteran, hit .248 with one home run, 45 walks and 114 strikeouts in 147 games last season with the Washington Nationals. The switch-hitter spent his first seven seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies.