The Twins and infielder Eduardo Escobar have agreed to a $4.85 million contract for next season, according to a source with knowledge of the negotiations.
Twins, Eduardo Escobar agree to $4.85 million deal
Pressed into service at third base because of an injury to Miguel Sano, Escobar hit 21 home runs.
January 12, 2018 at 12:18AM
The 29-year-old was one of six arbitration-eligible Twins players. Friday is the deadline for those players and the team to exchange contract figures.
Escobar was pressed into regular duty at third base in 2017 when Miguel Sano was injured. Escobar responded with 21 home runs and 73 RBI, with a .254/.309/.449 slash line.
The other arbitration-eligible Twins are outfielder Robbie Grossman; pitchers Kyle Gibson, Ryan Pressly and Trevor May; and infielder Ehire Adrianza.
Kepler was the longest-tenured Twins player after signing at 16 in 2009.
