Francisco Lindor
SS - CLE
2020 Outlook
Ownership
Eligibility
Jason Lloyd of The Athletic writes that Francisco Lindor has halted contract negotiations with the Indians.
Fantasy Impact
Lindor is still under team control for two more season and wants to stay in Cleveland long-term. However, the Indians do not historically sign players to big-money contracts, and they have yet to meet Lindor's asking price. It seems likely the 26-year-old superstar is traded within the next calendar year.
Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor went 1-for-3 with a solo homer in a Cactus League loss to the Cubs on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Lindor is now hitting .407 with three homers and nine RBI this spring. The stud shortstop is primed for another fantastic fantasy season.
Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer in a 6-2 Cactus League win over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Lindor now has his first homer this spring. He is hitting .429 as he gets ready for the beginning of the regular season. He is an easy choice as a first-round pick in all fantasy drafts.
Francisco Lindor has agreed to a one-year, $17.5 million deal with the Indians. Lindor will have the opportunity to earn more in awards bonuses.
Fantasy Impact
This was expected after reports earlier this week indicating a reunion with Cleveland was in the works. This is good news for Lindor's 2020 fantasy outlook as he remains in one of the league's better offensive lineups. The star shortstop will be under team control again in 2021 before reaching free agency.
Cleveland Indians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti has said on multiple occasions that he expects the 26-year-old shortstop to be with the team on Opening Day. Antonetti reiterated that stance on Wednesday. "I have never had a different expectation other than Francisco will be our shortstop Opening Day," Antonetti said. "That was my expectation as the season ended. That’s still my expectation as I’m sitting here today."
Fantasy Impact
The shortstop is a two-time Gold Glove Award winner and has topped the 30-homer mark in each of the past three seasons. Remaining in a potent lineup like the Indians' should lead to more of the same, though Lindor has the talent to be a strong fantasy asset wherever he ultimately ends up.
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