CLEVELAND — Jason Kipnis took to Instagram Wednesday afternoon to pen a heartfelt farewell to Cleveland and the Indians where he called home since joining the team in 2009 as a second-round draft pick.
"Cleveland, I'll keep it short...Thank you. For taking a chance on me as an organization and as a fan base," Kipnis wrote. "You guys joined me on this ride to get this great org back to where it belonged, at the top competing for a WS every year!"
According to ESPN, Kipnis is taking a Minor League contract with the Chicago Cubs with an invitation to Major League camp for spring training.
Kipnis has spent his entire professional career in Cleveland. The two-time All-Star player ended his run with the Indians last season when he fractured his hand.
"I’ll always cherish my time in Cleveland and always tried to show you how much I loved wearing that jersey by the way I played for you! Forever grateful, forever part of the Tribe! Thank you Cleveland," Kipnis said.
You can read the entirety of Kipnis' goodbye to Cleveland below:
