Overview
- The team said Wednesday that an MRI confirmed a moderate left hamstring strain for Arias and set a 4–8 week recovery with weekly checkups.
- Arias exited Monday’s game after pulling up on a fifth-inning double and was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday.
- Brayan Rocchio shifts from second base to become the everyday shortstop while Arias recovers.
- The Guardians recalled infielder Juan Brito from Triple-A Columbus, and manager Stephen Vogt plans to play him a lot at second base.
- Daniel Schneemann is the primary backup at shortstop, with minor-league options Angel Martínez, Angel Genao, and Milan Tolentino available if needed.