Reigning American League batting champion Luis Arraez is headed to Miami in a deal that brings prized pitcher Pablo López to Minnesota.
The Miami Marlins on Friday sent Lopez and two prospects to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Arraez, a nominal second baseman who will likely become a top-of-the-order fixture as the first baseman or designated hitter. The deal was first reported by ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Full trade, per ESPN sources:
Marlins receive: 2B Luis Arráez
Twins receive: RHP Pablo López, SS Jose Salas, OF Byron ChourioA preternatural bat-to-ball talent, Arraez is coming off his best season in the majors, in which he earned his first All-Star nod and led the AL with a .