CLEVELAND — The Indians have invited Mike Napoli to another party.
It could be over earlier than the last one.
Cleveland agreed to a minor league contract on Tuesday with the popular free agent slugger, whose powerful swing and clubhouse leadership were instrumental to the Indians reaching the World Series in 2016.
Also that year, "Party At Napolis" became a rallying cry for Indians fans who embraced the bearded and brawny Napoli.
Napoli's deal is contingent upon him passing a physical with the club at training camp in Goodyear, Arizona. The Indians don't have a roster spot for the 36-year-old Napoli, but manager Terry Francona wanted to give him an opportunity to showcase himself during spring games.