New York acquired Naquin from the Cincinnati Reds at the trade deadline that season as well as left-hander Phillip Diehl in exchange for a pair of minor leaguers. He appeared in 49 games with the Mets that season and batted .203 with a .636 OPS, including four home runs and 13 RBIs.

The Cleveland Guardians have signed a right-handed pitcher to a minor league contract, but the player they signed may surprise you.

Tyler Naquin agreed to a minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians, who intend for him to switch positions from the outfield to the pitcher’s mound.