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FILE - In this Oct. 4, 2019, file photo, New York Yankees designated hitter Edwin Encarnación runs down the first base line after hitting a double against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of Game 1 of a baseball American League Division Series in New York. The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $12 million, one-year contract with veteran slugger Encarnación, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday night. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been announced. Encarnación is due $11 million in salary next season and a $1 million signing bonus, with the White Sox holding an option for the 2021 season. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Encarnación, White Sox complete $12 million, 1-year contract

By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press

New York Yankees designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion prepares to take batting practice before Game 4 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the Houston Astros Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Yankees decline 2020 option for slugger Encarnación

Associated Press

New York Yankees' Didi Gregorius hits a two-run triple off Minnesota Twins pitcher Jake Odorizzi in the fourth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 24, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Gregorius leads another Yankee hit parade, 10-7 over Twins

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Fans use umbrella hats to protect themselves from the sun during the sixth inning of a baseball game between the New York Yankees and the Colorado Rockies Saturday, July 20, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Hot day, hot bats: Yanks torch Rockies 11-5, win 5th in row

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Seattle Mariners' Edwin Encarnacion, right, hits a two-run home run as Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy watches during the seventh inning of a baseball game Sunday, June 9, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Encarnación makes Yankees debut, surprised by deal to NY

By MIKE FITZPATRICK - Associated Press

Seattle Mariners' Edwin Encarnacion rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Houston Astros during the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 3, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Encarnación to join Yankees on Monday, become primary DH

Associated Press

New York Yankees' Clint Frazier grounds out softly by Chicago White Sox third baseman Jose Rondon during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, June 16, 2019. The Yankees won 10-3. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

No room: Frazier squeezed out of Yanks’ lineup, sent down

Associated Press

Veterans know they might not stay long with Mariners

By TIM BOOTH - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber (57) delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago on Wednesday, Sept.26, 2018. (AP Photo/Matt Marton)

Bieber perfect on the road as Indians beat White Sox 10-2

By PATRICK ROSE - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion reacts after striking out against Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jose Berrios in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Indians put slugger Encarnacion on DL with biceps problem

Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion runs the bases after hitting a solo home run off Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jesse Chavez in the eighth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, May 2, 2018, in Cleveland. The Indians won 12-4. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Encarnacion, Kluber lead Indians past Rangers 12-4

By STEVE HERRICK - Associated Press

Indians slugger Encarnacion could play in Game 5 of ALDS

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Francisco Lindor, left, and manager Terry Francona share a laugh during a baseball workout, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017, in Cleveland. The Indians host the New York Yankees on Wednesday in Game 5 of the ALDS. (AP Photo/David Dermer)

High-5: Yankees, Indians set for decisive ALDS finale

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion is carried off the field after rolling his ankle at second base in the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's American League Division Series against the New York Yankees, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Phil Long)

Indians’ Encarnacion held out of Game 3 with sprained ankle

By MIKE FITZPATRICK - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Francisco Lindor reacts after hitting a grand slam off New York Yankees relief pitcher Chad Green during the sixth inning of Game 2 of a baseball American League Division Series, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Phil Long)

Extra special: Indians edge Yankees 9-8 in 13, take 2-0 lead

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion is carried off the field after rolling his ankle at second base in the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's American League Division Series against the New York Yankees, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Phil Long)

Indians slugger Encarnacion injures ankle in ALDS Game 2

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Bradley Zimmer makes a diving catch to get out Kansas City Royals' Lorenzo Cain during the fifth inning in a baseball game, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Flying machine: Zimmer makes dazzling catch as Indians win

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run off Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Amir Garrett in the third inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

Edwin Encarnacion’s 2 homers lead Indians over Reds 8-7

By JOE KAY - Associated Press

Indians drop slumping Encarnacion from cleanup to 5th

Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2016, file photo, the Cleveland Indians' take batting practice under the lights at Progressive Field in Cleveland, as they prepare to face the Chicago Cubs in baseball's World Series. The Indians announced Wednesday, April 5, 2017, that they changed the lights in those signature towers high above Progressive Field. The previous bulbs have been replaced by cost efficient LED lights, which will be brighter and cut down on electrical consumption. (AP Photo/Aaron Josefczyk, File)

Indians add energy-efficient lights at Progressive Field

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press