Bleacher Report · Feb 3, 2021
Twins' Updated Lineup, Payroll After Nelson Cruz Reportedly Signs New Contract
Minnesota Twins' Nelson Cruz celebrates after hitting a solo home run during the fifth inning in the first game of a baseball doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)has agreed to return to the on a one-year deal, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
"While a reunion with Minnesota was long expected, the likely lack of a designated hitter in the National League this season hastened the agreement and brought Cruz back to where he is beloved," Passan wrote.
Cruz will receive $13 million this season, per MLB.com's Mark Feinsand.