Four Keys for the Indians Offseason to Be Successful and Still Make a Title Run in 2019

2. You’ll Need Two Bodies in the Outfield

The two corner outfield spots are basically empty after the departure of Michael Brantley in left, as well as a hole in right field that was filled by the likes of Melky Cabrera and others last season.

If the team can’t find a trading partner for Jason Kipnis, the team might just throw him out there in some regard, as he’s had the last two late/postseasons to play in the outfield, so it’s not a reach to say that he’ll play more outfield in 2019, and possibly Erik Gonzalez will play second base.

As stated earlier this offseason when we looked at the free agents, don’t be stunned to see this team bring back a couple holdovers, that being Lonnie Chisenhall and Mekly Cabrera, both who could come to the team cheap.

Bringing one of them back might fill the void in right if they can stay healthy and be productive, and also just like with the pen they will likely look as cheap as they can at other free agents that are interested in competing for a spot in the outfield.

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