Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca hears that Jamey Carroll with either sign with the Indians or Nationals. ESPN's Jerry Crasnick reported Thursday that Carroll is close to finalizing a deal with a team and that an announcement should be made by the end of the day Friday. Carroll, 39, also drew serious interest this offseason from the Rays, Rangers, Blue Jays and Padres despite hitting .211/.267/.251 in 2013.