Outfielder Austin Kearns is returning to the Cleveland Indians, agreeing to a one-year contract. Kearns spent the first four months of last season with the Indians, then was traded to the New York Yankees on July 30 for pitcher Zach McAllister. After making Cleveland's roster out of spring training, Kearns batted .272 with eight homers and 42 RBIs in 84 games.
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