LAS VEGAS -- Erik Gonzalez played behind Francisco Lindor with the Indians, which was a very difficult spot.
Lindor is arguably one of the top 10 players in baseball. Having just turned 25 last month and with three years remaining of club contractual control, Lindor isn’t likely to be leaving Cleveland anytime soon. Thus, Gonzalez’s chances of ever becoming the Indians’ starting shortstop were remote.
Gonzalez’s quest for more playing time is less daunting with the Pirates, who acquired him in a five-player trade on Nov. 14 — which just happens to be Lindor’s birthday.
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