The Cleveland Indians could trade outfielder Ezequiel
Carrera, who’s out of minor league options, this spring, according to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com.
Carrera is currently competing for a roster spot as a fourth
outfielder for the Indians. The team already projects a starting unit of
Michael Brantley, Michael Bourn and Drew Stubbs, with Nick Swisher shifting to
first base.
Carrera faces competition for a reserve spot from several
players, including Ryan Raburn, Ben Francisco, Yan Gomes, Chris McGuiness and
Jeremy Hermida.
The 25-year-old is out of options, meaning he can’t be sent
down to the minors again without first being exposed to waivers. For this
reason, Cleveland may attempt to trade him in order to get something in return
if they don’t view him as a bench candidate.
Carrera appeared in 48 games for the Indians last season,
hitting .272/.312/.395 with six doubles, three triples and two home runs over
158 plate appearances. He owns a career batting like of .255/.306/.347 over
parts of two seasons in the majors.
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