Criticized for not spending enough on free agents in recent years, the Indians splurged on another star. The club agreed to terms Monday with outfielder Michael Bourn on a four-year, $48 million contract. It's the second major deal this winter for the Indians, who signed free agent Nick Swisher to a four-year, $56 million contract in January. Bourn, who was an All-Star with Atlanta last season, must pass a physical later this week in Goodyear, Ariz., before the deal can be completed. Bourn batted .274 with nine homers, 57 RBIs and 42 steals last season for the Braves. It's not yet known when Bourn will have his medical exam. As long as there isn't a hang-up, the 30-year-old Bourn, who has remained on the market all winter, will move into the Indians' starting lineup. He played center field last season and would give an immediate boost to a Cleveland team that has reloaded with the acquisition of Nick Swisher, manager Terry Francona and starter Brett Myers. Source: ESPN
where are the indians getting all this money? their payroll has to be one of the highest in mlb now after this off-season, isn't it?
At least they're trying, which is more than most would say they were doing some of the last few years.
