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Minnesota Twins sign former Atlanta Braves All-Star shortstop to minor league deal

The Minnesota Twins and veteran shortstop Orlando Arcia have agreed to a minor league contract, according to MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo. The deal will likely include an invitation for Arcia to attend the Twins' MLB spring camp.

The Colorado Rockies signed Arcia to a big league contract after the shortstop was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves in May. In 214 plate appearances last season, he hit .202/.238/.291 (42 OPS+).

While Arcia, 31, has primarily been a shortstop during his 10-year MLB career, which started in 2016 with the Milwaukee Brewers, he played all four infield positions with the Rockies last season.