Jason Kubel is expected to sign soon, but will not re-sign with the Twins, according to LaVelle E. Neal III of the Minneapolis Star Tribune. The Twins don't have the payroll to commit to a long-term deal with Kubel, nor do they have a surefire lineup spot for him after signing Josh Willingham to play right field and Ryan Doumit to DH. Minnesota is likely to turn their efforts to acquiring starting pitching instead. Kubel was limited to just 99 games this season due to a lingering foot injury, batting .273/.332/.434 with 12 homers and 58 RBI over 401 plate appearances. The Twins will receive a sandwich pick when the Type B free agent signs elsewhere. The Indians are one team known to have interest in the 29-year-old. Kubel is likely looking for a two- or three-year contract worth about $7-8 million per season.