Former Cleveland Guardians slugger Franmil Reyes finds new MLB team with Kansas City Royals

Cleveland Guardians’ Franmil Reyes hits a two run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning of a baseball game, Thursday, April 21,…

Cleveland Guardians’ Franmil Reyes hits a two run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning of a baseball game, Thursday, April 21, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

by: Chad Krispinsky

Posted: Feb 15, 2023 / 04:22 PM EST

Updated: Feb 15, 2023 / 04:22 PM EST

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (WKBN) – Anne Rogers and Juan Toribio of MLB.com are reporting that former Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Franmil Reyes has agreed to a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals.

The deal includes an invitation to spring training.

Reyes split last season between the Guardians and Cubs. He batted a combined .221 with 14 home runs and 47 RBIs.

He was designated for assignment by Cleveland and later claimed off waivers by Chicago on Aug. 8.

In four years in Cleveland, Reyes appeared in 295 games with 58 home runs and 182 RBIs.