More than a week after reports initially surfaced that Domingo Santana would be playing for the Cleveland Indians in 2020, the team officially announced the signing.
Santana’s deal is for $1.5 million this season with a club option worth $5 million in 2021. To make room on the 40-man roster, utility man Andrew Velazquez was designated for assignment.
Santana’s deal with the Indians is as low-risk as they come; he’s a solid bet to flirt with a home run total in the 25-30 range if he gets enough plate appearances. If he’s able to add any value beyond that by getting on base and coming through with runners on in front of him, the price tag on his 2021 option could wind up being a bargain (or at least fair market value).