Depending on when you consider a trade “official,” Brad Hand was either acquired by the Cleveland Indians a few hours ago, or he’s still waiting on physicals and technically a member of the San Diego Padres.
Either way, he’s prepared to be a member of the Indians, and he hasn’t hesitated in acclimating himself to fans.
Excited to join Cleveland! Can’t wait to get the second half started and meet all the boys! #RallyTogether
— Brad Hand (@bhand22) July 19, 2018
That’s roughly three hours since Ken Rosenthal broke the story of the trade and two hours since the Indians first tweeted about the trade.