Rays, Indians Discussed Trade Of Edwin Encarnacion, Yandy Diaz
2018/12/rays-indians-discussed-trade-of-edwin-encarnacion-yandy-diaz.htmlThe Rays have had trade discussions with the Indians about first baseman/DH Edwin Encarnacion and infielder Yandy Diaz, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports (two links).
Offseason Outlook: Cleveland Indians
2018/11/offseason-outlook-cleveland-indians-9.htmlYoung OBP machine Yandy Diaz could perhaps step in and fill the DH opening should the parrot fly out of Cleveland.
AL Central Notes: Diaz, Kipnis, Tigers, White Sox
2018/10/al-central-notes-diaz-kipnis-tigers-white-sox.htmlIn a look at what the Indians' lineup could look like in 2019, Terry Pluto of the Cleveland Plain Dealer writes that "serious consideration" is being given to the idea of deploying Yandy Diaz as a regular third baseman.
Leonys Martin Will Not Return In 2018
2018/08/leonys-martin-will-not-return-in-2018.htmlJason Kipnis, Yandy Diaz and Erik Gonzalez have all appeared in the outfield in recent seasons, though that group has combined for a total of just 108 innings there.
MLB Weekend Roster Roundup: Encarnacion, Ramirez, Sale, Skaggs
2018/08/mlb-weekend-roster-roundup-encarnacion-ramirez-sale-skaggs.htmlPromoted: INF/OF Yandy Diaz…
Central Notes: Scooter, Encarnacion, Fulmer, Smyly
2018/08/central-notes-scooter-encarnacion-fulmer-smyly.htmlThe club's recalling infielder Yandy Diaz from Triple-A Columbus in a corresponding move.]…
Looking For A Match In A Jose Martinez Trade
2018/12/looking-for-a-match-in-a-jose-martinez-trade.htmlIt's possible that Tampa's recent acquisition of Yandy Diaz could have taken them out of the Martinez hunt, as Diaz is another right-handed hitting complement to Ji-Man Choi in the first base/DH mix and Diaz also offers more defensive flexibility.
Indians Pursued Ian Kinsler Trade
2018/08/indians-pursued-ian-kinsler-trade.htmlIt's worth noting that the Indians also have third baseman Yandy Diaz waiting in the minor-league wings, though his defense has a malignant impact on his value.
MLB Daily Roster Roundup: Cespedes, Guerra, Pomeranz, Sanchez
2018/07/mlb-daily-roster-roundup-cespedes-guerra-pomeranz-sanchez.htmlOptioned: INF/OF Yandy Diaz…
MLB Daily Roster Roundup: Cespedes, Fulmer, Machado, Mazara, Strasburg
2018/07/mlb-daily-roster-roundup-cespedes-fulmer-machado-mazara-strasburg.htmlPromoted: INF/OF Yandy Diaz, OF Melky Cabrera (contract purchased)…
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Marlins, A’s, Jays, O’s, Reds
2018/03/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-marlins-as-jays-os-reds.htmlBaseball Takes has high hopes for the Indians' Yandy Diaz.
Offseason In Review: Cleveland Indians
2018/03/offseason-in-review-cleveland-indians-10.htmlIt's feasible that Edwin Encarnacion could shift out of the DH spot (though he certainly wouldn't provide much value defensively), allowing someone like on-base machine Yandy Diaz to get at-bats as the team's designated hitter.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Donaldson, Hosmer, Pads, Cards, Twins, Marlins, Yanks
2018/01/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-donaldson-hosmer-pads-cards-twins-marlins-yanks.htmlRighteous Shift is holding out hope that Indians third baseman Yandy Diaz's power will come around in 2018.
Indians Will Reportedly Move Jason Kipnis Back To Second Base
2018/01/indians-will-reportedly-move-jason-kipnis-back-to-second-base.htmlIn any event, banking on better offensive production from Kipnis seems like a better option than relying on an offensive breakout from Yandy Diaz or Giovanny Urshela at third base, or hoping that top prospect Francisco Mejia can successfully shift to the hot corner with limited experience.
Poll: What Will The Indians Do With Jason Kipnis?
2017/10/poll-what-will-the-indians-do-with-jason-kipnis.htmlBut Cleveland might not be done giving Yandy Diaz a look at third.
Offseason Outlook: Cleveland Indians
2017/10/offseason-outlook-cleveland-indians-8.htmlYandy Diaz might be a candidate to get a look at the position as well.
Michael Brantley Undergoes Ankle Surgery
2017/10/michael-brantley-undergoes-ankle-surgery.htmlBastian has written that the Indians could explore the possibility of shifting Brantley from the outfield to first base, and doing so would cross off one notable offseason need while also allowing for the possibility of Jason Kipnis playing left field, Bradley Zimmer manning center, Jose Ramirez handling second base and Yandy Diaz slotting in at the hot corner.
Antonetti, Chernoff, Francona Discuss Indians’ Offseason
2017/10/antonetti-chernoff-francona-discuss-indians-offseason.htmlYandy Diaz is another versatile asset, Chernoff notes, though Francona suggested he hopes to give the youngster a single position to focus on -- indicating he may best be suited to the hot corner.
AL Central Notes: Verlander Trade, Twins, Diaz, ChiSox
2017/09/al-central-notes-verlander-trade-twins-diaz-chisox.htmlIndians prospect Yandy Diaz has demonstrated elite exit velocity but also an extreme tendency to hit the ball on the ground, writes Travis Sawchik of The Athletic (subscription required and recommended).
MLB Daily Roster Roundup: Bellinger, Gallo, Wood
2017/08/mlb-daily-roster-roundup-bellinger-gallo-wood.htmlCLE: SP Danny Salazar (elbow inflammation) and RP Andrew Miller (patellar tendinitis) placed on 10-Day DL; INF/OF Yandy Diaz and RP Shawn Armstrong recalled from minors.
Indians Place Miller, Salazar, Kipnis On 10-Day DL
2017/08/indians-place-andrew-miller-danny-salazar-on-10-day-dl.htmlThe team has recalled righty Shawn Armstrong and infielder Yandy Diaz to take the open roster spots.
Looking For A Match In A Sonny Gray Trade
2017/06/looking-for-a-match-in-a-sonny-gray-trade.htmlBradley Zimmer's impressive play in the Majors probably removes him as a consideration in trades, but Cleveland has some potentially blocked assets in Tyler Naquin and Yandy Diaz as well as a number of upper-level prospects that have yet to break into the bigs.
Indians Promote Bradley Zimmer, Designate Carlos Frias
2017/05/indians-promote-bradley-zimmer-designate-carlos-frias.htmlThose were cleared by placing outfielder Abraham Almonte on the 10-day DL and optioning utilityman Yandy Diaz.
AL Central Notes: Twins, Bonifacio, Mondesi, Hosmer, Kipnis
2017/04/al-central-notes-twins-bonifacio-mondesi-hosmer-kipnis.htmlYandy Diaz, who had filled in at third, is heading back to Tripe-A to clear room.
Added To The 40-Man Roster: Hoover, Diaz, Martinez, Nava, Stassi, Stammen
2017/03/padres-add-craig-stammen-to-40-man-roster.htmlThe Indians are set to select the contracts of infielders Yandy Diaz and Michael Martinez, per a club announcement.