The Indians and Grady Sizemore are nearing an agreement on a one-year contract, according to sources.
Cleveland declined a $9 million option on Sizemore's contract a few weeks ago, allowing him to become a free agent.
Sizemore, 29, has generated interest from at least eight teams and appeared ready to let the market play out over the coming week, but the Indians made a move on Friday.
"The Indians came at us with an aggressive offer," agent Joe Urbon said. "Grady has always maintained that he would be interested in returning to Cleveland."
Indians On Verge Of Re-Signing Sizemore