Height
6'1"
Weight
217 lbs
Age
26
College
N/A
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 325 | 0.21287642 | 25 | 100 | 0.62267387 | 17 | 205 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Gabriel Arias's one-year, $0.8M deal with Cleveland earns a C CVI, reflecting a reasonable gamble on a depth piece with lingering upside questions. The Guardians are betting on the 24-year-old shortstop's raw tools translating into more consistent production after he posted a modest 0.3 WAR across 89 games last season. At near league minimum salary, Cleveland has virtually zero downside risk while maintaining roster flexibility during their competitive window with a young core. Arias brings above-average defensive metrics at a premium position, which alone justifies the modest investment for a team that prioritizes up-the-middle defense. The short-term commitment allows the organization to evaluate whether his improved plate discipline from late 2024 represents genuine growth or small sample noise. While Arias remains more organizational depth than legitimate starter at this stage, the contract structure gives Cleveland a cost-effective bridge option as their top shortstop prospects continue developing in the minors. This represents solid roster management rather than a transformative move, but sometimes the best deals are the ones that don't hurt you.
Performance Analysis
Gabriel Arias grades as a solid performer among MLB shortstops, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.215 batting average and a 0.630 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 25 home runs and 100 RBI through 320 games (a 13-HR, 51-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. Gabriel also contributes 17 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a player entering his prime window at 26, Gabriel is a key contributor for the Guardians. A 320-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 4/6 | vs KC | L 2-4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sun, 4/5 | vs CHC | W 6-5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
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