Overview
- Jon Heyman reported the Guardians will select Hoskins’ contract so he breaks camp with the club and triggers a $1.5 million salary.
- Cleveland’s 40-man roster is full after adding right-hander Codi Heuer over the weekend, leaving no current spot for Hoskins.
- The team must clear space before Thursday’s opener in Seattle, with choices limited to waivers or placing someone on the 60-day IL.
- Hoskins is expected to fill a short-side platoon role at first base/designated hitter as the Guardians seek more right-handed power.
- The 33-year-old hit .222 with three spring homers and posted a .748 OPS for Milwaukee last season after injuries muted his recent production.