Cleveland Guardians Shortstop Gabriel Arias Out 4-8 Weeks with Hamstring Strain

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias sustained a moderate left hamstring strain while running out a double in the fifth inning of Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. The 26-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. The team announced Wednesday that Arias is expected to miss four to eight weeks.

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt stated that Arias is in some pain ahead of the series finale against the Royals. 200 with two home runs and four RBIs in 10 games this season. He is entering his third full season as a starter for Cleveland.

“He's in some pain," — Stephen Vogt, April 10, 2024 (ESPN) The Guardians recalled second baseman Juan Brito from Triple-A Columbus to replace Arias on the roster. The team shifted Brayan Rocchio from second base to shortstop for the final two games against Kansas City. Brito took Arias's place in the lineup during those contests.”

Arias will undergo weekly reexaminations during his rehabilitation process.

The injury occurred during a home game at Progressive Field in Cleveland. No further complications were reported in the initial assessment. This hamstring strain marks the latest setback for Arias early in the 2024 season.

The Guardians, who started the year with a 6-4 record, continue their series against the Royals on Wednesday. The team has not indicated additional roster moves beyond the recall of Brito.

Rocchio, 23, has experience at shortstop from his minor league career and stepped in seamlessly for the recent games.

278 with three home runs in 10 games at Triple-A before his promotion. The Guardians' infield depth will be tested during Arias's absence, which could extend into late May.