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Rockies winter meetings update: Edwin Encarnacion is a trade target

LAS VEGAS — The Rockies continue to explore a variety of trade possibilities as they look to upgrade their offense here at the winter meetings. According to a major-league source, a legitimate target is Cleveland first baseman/designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion.

At first glance, it seems like an odd fit, given that he played just 23 games at first base in 2018, and given the Rockies’ emphasis on solid defense. Plus, Encarnacion will be 36 next season and is due $20 million.

On the other hand, Encarnacion swatted 32 homers, drove in 107 runs and posted a .