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Report: Minnesota Twins Bring Back DH Nelson Cruz With 1-Year, $13M Deal

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- The Minnesota Twins are reportedly bringing back designated hitter Nelson Cruz for at least one more season.

ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that the 40-year-old free agent is coming back after he and the team agreed to a one-year contract worth $13 million.

It means Cruz will be entering his third year with the reigning AL Central champions. He was a big reason for the team's success, batting .308 with 57 home runs in his two years with the team.

RELATED: Twins' Baldelli To Cruz: 'We'd Love To See You In Spring'

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