The Minnesota Twins announced the signing of Rich Hill to a one-year contract, ending any possibility he would return to the Los Angeles Dodgers or enjoy a homecoming with the Boston Red Sox. Both clubs were recently said to have interest in the veteran left-hander.
Also on Tuesday, the Twins announced the signing of Homer Bailey. He too was on the Dodgers’ payroll this past season after being acquired in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds. He was immediately released and signed a Minor League contract with the Kansas City Royals.
In the immediate aftermath of the Dodgers being eliminated from the National League Division Series, Hill spoke passionately about his time with the team and said he hoped to re-sign.