The Phillies have signed shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt to a minor-league deal, the team announced. The deal comes with an invitation to spring training.
The 31-year-old Betancourt hit .228/.256/.400 in 228 plate appearances with the Royals last season. During his eight-year career, Betancourt has seen time with the Mariners, Royals and Brewers. In 3,869 career plate appearances, Betancourt has a .266/.290/.392 career slash line.
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