Yankees' Most Overlooked Free Agent Reportedly Headed to Angels
Summary
The New York Yankees decided not to re-sign infielder Jeimer Candelario, who joined them on a minor-league deal last season. The Los Angeles Angels have now signed Candelario to a minor-league contract, offering him a chance to try out for their team in spring training.Key Facts
- Jeimer Candelario signed with the Yankees on a minor-league deal last July after being released by the Cincinnati Reds.
- The Reds paid a significant portion of Candelario's previous contract despite his release.
- Candelario has played in the major leagues for ten years and is 32 years old.
- Candelario's new agreement with the Angels includes a spring training invite with a chance to earn a $780,000 salary if he makes the major league team.
- Candelario played 61 games in Triple-A for the Yankees but did not play in a major league game for them.
- With the Reds last year, he recorded a low batting average of .113 in 22 games.
- The Angels recently re-signed third baseman Yoan Moncada, which might make it challenging for Candelario to secure a spot.
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