Carlos Santana Turned Down AL West Team Before Guardians Signing, Per Report
The Cleveland Guardians will have a new first baseman in 2025 following the Josh Naylor trade. However, this "new" player is one that fans are more than familiar with. Cleveland has reportedly signed Carlos Santana to a one-year deal, and he'll return to the organization where he makes his major league debut for a third stint.
Breaking down the Guardians’ trade of Josh Naylor and the return of Carlos Santana (Podcast)
On Monday’s podcast, Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the trade and what Santana’s return could mean for rookie Kyle Manzardo. They also pay tribute to baseball legend Rickey Henderson, who passed away on Saturday. Listen and read along with an AI-generated transcript of the podcast below.
Carlos Santana returns to Cleveland on 1-year deal, first baseman's third stint with Guardians
Even after leaving Cleveland, Carlos Santana remained a fan favorite and was warmly welcomed back as a visitor
Guardians To Sign Carlos Santana
The Guardians have reunited with a longtime veteran of the organization, as Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the club is in agreement with first baseman Carlos Santana on a one-year, $12MM deal.
Guardians officially welcome back free agent first baseman Carlos Santana
He made his big league debut in 2010 as a catcher. Santana’s first stay in Cleveland lasted from 2010 to 2017 until he became a free agent and signed with the Phillies. Santana’s second stay ran from 2019 through 2020 and now he’s back again after hitting 23 homers and winning a Gold Glove for his play at first base with the Twins.
Carlos Santana 'happy' he sold Bratenahl home despite whirlwind reunion with Guardians
Free agent first baseman Carlos Santana, who played two stints for the Indians (2010-17 and 2019-20), closed on the $700,000 sale of his Bratenahl house on Friday, Dec. 20 when it looked like he was headed to Seattle.
Third time the charm? 1B Carlos Santana back with Guardians
Veteran first baseman Carlos Santana, who began his major league career in Cleveland in 2010 and returned for a second stint in 2019, signed a one-year contract with the Guardians on Monday.
MLB rumors: Carlos Santana spurned Mariners before Guardians decision
The Mariners gave Carlos Santana a tantalizing offer, but he couldn't resist a reunion with the Guardians in 2025.
Report: Carlos Santana chose Guardians over better offer
The Guardians made a splash over the weekend by signing first baseman Carlos Santana to a one-year deal worth $12M, bringing the long-time Cleveland staple back into the fold for the third time in his career.
MLB notes: Carlos Santana sold his Cleveland area house. A day later, the Guardians invited him home
Last Monday, thinking he would never play in Cleveland again, Santana instructed a realtor to put the house on the market. A buyer quickly emerged. On Thursday, Santana signed papers completing the sale.
MLB: The Tempting Offer Carlos Santana Rejected for a Smaller Deal with the Guardians
Carlos Santana sparked interest at nearly 40 years old as soon as he hit free agency, and this weekend the Guardians made waves by signing the seasoned first baseman in MLB. However, it appeared there were already other offers before Cleveland convinced him,
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Carlos Santana Made An Unfortunate Move Before Signing With Guardians
It was likely that Carlos Santana would never play for the Guardians again after several stints with the team. That’s ...
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Cleveland Guardians trade Josh Naylor, re-acquire Carlos Santana
Carlos Santana signs one-year deal with Cleveland Guardians for 2025 Santana, now 38 and turning 39 in April, posted ...