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The Guardians will select right-hander Carlos Hernández onto their major league roster tomorrow, according to reports from Guardians Prospective and El Extrabase.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 26

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Lineup: Taylor Over Happ, Arias' First Start, Big Boyd Game?

The Chicago Cubs may have a bullpen problem. For the third time in the last four games, the Cubs found themselves on the wrong end of a walk-off. Daniel Palencia came in and looked all out of sorts before Jacob Webb forked over the Diamondbacks' game-winning homer.

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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / August 21

Palencia Activated, Arias Added, Assad Optioned, Miller Designated

The Cubs made a flurry of roster moves ahead of Friday night’s game in Seattle, with Daniel Palencia‘s activation headlining the transactions. Javier Assad continues to be a pawn who gets shuffled around because he’s got an option remaining.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / August 20

Cubs Claim Infielder Gabriel Arias Off Waivers

The Chicago Cubs claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers and added him to the 40-man roster Thursday, transferring right-hander Phil Maton to the 60-day injured list to create space.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 19

Cubs Secure Infield Insurance with Gabriel Arias Waiver Claim, Minor League Signing

The Chicago Cubs are on the search for infield depth in the wake of Dansby Swanson's injury. According to the team's transaction log, they have added two new faces on Wednesday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 19

Chicago Cubs claim veteran infielder Gabriel Arias

The Chicago Cubs have claimed infielder Gabriel Arias from the Mets. Arias, 26, was recently designated for assignment by the Mets after appearing in just two games for them.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Cubs Claim Gabriel Arias

The Cubs announced that they have claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Mets. New York designated him for assignment earlier this week. Right-hander Phil Maton has been transferred to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man spot.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / August 17

New York Mets Cut Ties With Former Top Prospect

The New York Mets designated infielder Gabriel Arias for assignment on Monday, ending his short tenure with the club just 10 days after claiming him off waivers.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Mets Designate Gabriel Arias For Assignment

The Mets announced Monday that infielder Gabriel Arias has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to fellow righty-swinging infielder Christopher Morel, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Syracuse.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 11

Gabriel Arias Could Put Mark Vientos on Hot Seat During the Final 2 Months of 2026 Season

The New York Mets claimed Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians last week, adding a veteran infielder to their current group. Arias had spent the first four and a half seasons of his career in Cleveland, but was removed from the roster when the team called up top prospect Angel Genao, putting Arias in need of a new home.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / August 8

Mets add Gabriel Arias to roster, option Eric Wagaman to Triple-A

Earlier today, the Mets added Gabriel Arias to the big league roster. The newest Met will wear number 25, which was most recently worn by the since-traded Brooks Raley.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Mets pick up ex-Guardians infielder immediately after sweeping them

The New York Mets claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians on Friday, bringing the 26-year-old to New York shortly after the Mets swept Cleveland.

Toronto Blue Jays News / New Baseball Media / August 7

2026 Transactions: Blue Jays Call Up Bateman, Mets Claim Arias

One of the Blue Jays’ 2026 Trade Deadline pickups is now up with the big-league club. Brett Bateman was promoted on August 7, one of several notable moves made on the day.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Mets Claim Gabriel Arias

The Mets have claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Guardians, per announcements from both clubs. Cleveland designated him for assignment earlier this week.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 5

2026 Transactions: Blue Jays Claim Waldron, Arias & Ozuna DFA’d

The post-Trade Deadline roster aftermath continued on August 5. Several veterans, most notably Marcell Ozuna, were designated for assignment. Toronto, meanwhile, added Matt Waldron off a waiver claim.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / August 5

Guardians promote prospect Angel Genao, DFA Gabriel Arias

The Cleveland Guardians recalled highly touted shortstop Angel Genao from Triple-A Columbus prior to Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. Genao, Cleveland's No.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Guardians Designate Gabriel Arias For Assignment

The Guardians announced this afternoon that infielder Gabriel Arias has been designated for assignment. His 40-man roster spot will go to top prospect Angel Genao, whose previously reported promotion to the majors has now been formally announced by the club.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 4

Early Gabriel Arias Error Puts Guardians on Heels in Series Opener vs. Mets

Well, that's not the result the Cleveland Guardians were looking for. Following a 2026 MLB Trade Deadline window that put the organization in a seemingly great spot, they returned to action and looked rough.

Cleveland Guardians News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Gabriel Arias Injury Update Complicates Guardians' Infield Picture

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias is set to take a major step toward returning to the majors. According to MLB.com's Tim Stebbins, the 26-year-old shortstop is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus on Thursday.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 12

Everything We Know About Gabriel Arias' Injury With the Cleveland Guardians

It has been quite a bit of time since Cleveland Guardians infielder Gabriel Arias has stepped foot on the diamond. Back on April 6, in a matchup against the Kansas City Royals, Arias ripped a double to put the Guardians in a good position to keep the offense rolling.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / April 7

Guardians place SS Gabriel Arias (hamstring) on IL

The Guardians placed shortstop Gabriel Arias on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with a left hamstring strain. In a corresponding move, Cleveland recalled shortstop Juan Brito from Triple-A Columbus.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Guardians Shortstop Suffers Hamstring Injury During Royals Game

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias exited the team's game on Monday against the Kansas City Royals with an apparent injury. The incident occurred after Arias hit a double.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 6

How Gabriel Arias Has Begun To Fix His Play at the Plate, up to Two Home Runs in 2026

If someone had told you that Gabriel Arias would have home runs in back-to-back games before the year began, you may have called them crazy. But out of the blue, after struggling from the plate for the first six games of the 2026 MLB regular season, Arias has done a complete 180.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / May 31, 2025