An outstanding defensive infielder, Gabriel Arias may get a chance to initially win the second base job for the Guardians.

The Cleveland Guardians made another signing on Wednesday. It came at a position that they already had plenty of talent: relief pitching. They inked righty Paul Sewald to a one-year deal worth $7 million,

As the MLB offseason continues, the Guardians have made a move to bolster their bullpen, signing free agent veteran reliever Paul Sewald.

Chourio was named the 2024 Carolina League MVP and Top MLB Prospect after leading the league in walks (86) and ranking top-five in: on-base percentage (.414), OPS (.812), doubles (24), runs (69), and stolen bases (44). He also ranked seventh in RBI (58) and 10th in batting average (.269).

Reliever Paul Sewald and the Cleveland Guardians agreed Wednesday to a $7 million, one-year contract, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase. An eight-year veteran, Sewald is a 34-year-old right-hander who has 84 saves during an eight-year big league career.

TNT Sports announced the first half schedule for its MLB Tuesday showcase games on TBS and streaming on Max. Cleveland will take on the Orioles in Baltimore at 7 p.m. on April 15, and the Guards return to Yankee Stadium at 7 p.m. on June 3 for an AL Championship Series rematch with New York.

According to multiple reports, including MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Guardians and Sewald agreed to a 1-year deal worth $7 million guaranteed. The deal also includes a mutual option for the 2026 season worth $10 million (or a $1 million buyout if both sides agree to part ways).

CLEVELAND (WKBN) — The Cleveland Guardians announced the signing of veteran relief pitcher Paul Sewald on Wednesday. The deal has a mutual option for 2026 and is worth reportedly $7 million, according to Zack Meisel of The Athletic.

CC Sabathia said after his Hall of Fame election that Carl Willis is responsible for every aspect of his development as a professional pitcher.

Paul Sewald signs with the Cleveland Guardians on a one-year deal for the 2025 season, with a mutual option in 2026.

Former Seattle Mariners reliever Paul Sewald agreed Wednesday to a contract with Cleveland, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase.