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Ex-Indians Star Jason Kipnis Reportedly Signs Minor League Contract with Cubs

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Infielder Jason Kipnis is heading home.

The former Cleveland Indians second baseman is signing with the Chicago Cubs for $1 million plus incentives, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. Kipnis grew up a Cubs fan just 20 miles north of Wrigley Field in suburban Northbrook, Illinois.

The 32-year-old is coming off another injury-plagued season in which he appeared in 121 games with a slash line of .245/.304/.410 with 17 home runs.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.