The Tampa Bay Rays were one of the teams frequently mentioned this past winter when Francisco Lindor‘s name came up. The trade rumors surrounding Indians’ superstar Francisco Lindor were beginning to swirl earlier this offseason. The funnel cloud was sucked back up into the sky as it appeared the Indians had no plans of moving the two-time Gold Glove winner. So, we put it to rest.
Then, recent news broke that Lindor was refusing extension talks.
Now a trade appears to be a priority for the tribe. He presents a ton of value to any suitors with two seasons left on his contract before he hits free agency.