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It's time for a #PartyatNapolis as Mike Napoli is back with the Indians on a Minor League contract

(David Dermer)

Get the party ready because first baseman Mike Napoli is reportedly back with the Indians on a Minor League contract with an invitation to Major League Spring Training. The 12-year MLB veteran will be reunited with the organization after spending 2017 in a Rangers uniform. We are excited to see him back in action ... in every way. Here are a few moments to get you excited for the inevitable #PartyatNapolis
Just think of the home runs (267 over his career) ... ah yes, the many home runs we will witness:

Like this home run (with the Indians) that made Statcast feel all warm and fuzzy on the inside:

And the hugs. Hugs are our favorite:

And this heartwarming moment when he hit a home run for a fan who was battling cancer:

Perhaps you'll be one of the lucky ones who cannot only beat your personal score on Trivia HQ, but Napoli's as well:

Of course, Indians fans will need to get used to a new nickname for the slugger. The 36-year-old received a unique nickname from Adrián Beltré -- and when Beltre gives you a nickname, you embrace it. So, for Players Weekend, Napoli was Porterhouse:

And we can't wait to see this happen again:

See you soon, Napoli.

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