1B - Arizona Diamondbacks
- Age 40
- Bats: B
- Throws: R
Availability
Carlos Santana and the Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly in agreement on a deal. According to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic, it is a one-year pact. The Diamondbacks will need to make a corresponding move once Santana completes his physical and the deal becomes official.
Fantasy Impact
Santana, who will turn 40 in April, has had a long and productive career in the major leagues. While he's only a lifetime .241 hitter in 16 seasons, his plate discipline is outstanding as evidenced by his 1,330 career walks and .352 on-base percentage. Santana is the active leader - and tied for 40th all-time - in career walks. The switch hitter has 335 career home runs and 1,880 career hits, but struggled to the tune of a .219 average and 11 home runs with the Guardians and Cubs last season. While not the same player he once was, Santana will likely be penciled in as Arizona's regular first baseman and should be good for double-digit home runs and a solid on-base percentage.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have been linked to Carlos Santana as they continue their search for a complementary first baseman.
Fantasy Impact
Arizona’s president and CEO, Derrick Hall, recently said the team is looking to add another complementary first baseman. With Pavin Smith, a left-handed hitter, on the roster, the team’s interest in Carlos Santana makes sense, as he is a switch-hitter who performs better against southpaws, owning a .274/.371/.446 career slash line.
The Chicago Cubs optioned Carlos Santana to the Arizona Complex League on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Santana has seen limited playing time in September, going 2-for-19 with a double and five strikeouts. In a corresponding move, Tucker (calf) was activated from the injured list.
The Cubs are signing free agent first baseman Carlos Santana.
Fantasy Impact
Santana was recently released by the Guardians. He finds a new home joining a contender in the Cubs.
The Guardians released 1B Carlos Santana.
Fantasy Impact
Santana went unclaimed after he was placed on outright waivers by Cleveland. He'll be free to sign with any team.
