The Indians have one of their best players under contract for 2019, as today the team announced they have avoid arbitration with All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor, inking him to a deal.
While the deal was not disclosed by the Indians in terms of money, The Athletic’s TJ Zuppe states (via fellow Athletic writer Zack Meisel) that the deal is one-year at $10.55 million.
Indians avoid arbitration with Francisco Lindor ($10.55 million source tells @ZackMeisel) but couldn't reach a deal with Trevor Bauer prior to deadline. Team also confirms that they've claimed pitcher AJ Cole from Yankees.