Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gabriel Arias and why did the Cubs claim him?
Gabriel Arias is a 26-year-old infielder the Cubs claimed off waivers after the New York Mets designated him for assignment. The Cubs didn't acquire him for his bat — they wanted his solid shortstop defense, infield versatility, and some outfield experience to give Craig Counsell flexibility on the bench.
How has Gabriel Arias hit throughout his MLB career?
Arias has struggled at the plate, posting a career slash line of .218/.274/.358 with 30 home runs in 364 games. He strikes out a ton, with a 34.3% strikeout rate for his career and an even worse 41.7% K-rate in 44 games this season.
How long is Gabriel Arias under team control with the Cubs?
Arias is under team control through the 2029 season. However, he has no minor league options remaining, so if the Cubs take him off the active roster they would have to designate him for assignment.
When is Dansby Swanson expected to return from his injury?
Swanson is dealing with a left oblique strain he suffered against the St. Louis Cardinals on August 16, and the Cubs are hopeful he can return around the middle of September. That's roughly four weeks from when he suffered the injury.
Who did the Cubs designate for assignment to make room for Gabriel Arias?
The Cubs designated Owen Miller for assignment to make room for Arias on the 26-man roster. Miller had signed a minor league deal with Chicago this year and made just one appearance with the big league club, playing second base in the 10th inning of Monday's 7-5 win over the White Sox.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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