DewwsdssGOODYEAR, Ariz.— Mike Napoli has agreed to a contract with Triple-A Columbus, per Jordan Bastian.
Napoli was released by the Cleveland Indians earlier in the week, but the move was essentially a paperwork one that allowed the 36-year-old to explore other potential Major League opportunities.
The Indians brought Napoli to camp to allow him to train with a team and showcase his skills for teams around the league, knowing they would likely not have an Opening Day roster spot for him. Prior to him signing a deal near the start of spring training, manager Terry Francona told Edwin Encarnacion and Yonder Alonso that Napoli was not there to compete with them for playing time.