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Guardians Release Carlos Santana After Clearing Waivers

The move clears playing time for younger first-base options.

Aug 25, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana (41) fields a ground ball in the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Cleveland released the 39-year-old after he cleared outright waivers Thursday, with the team assuming less than $2 million remaining on his one-year deal.
  • Santana returned on a $12 million contract in December for his third stint with the club and ranks among franchise leaders with 227 home runs and 933 walks.
  • He produced a .225/.316/.333 line over 116 games with 11 home runs and 52 RBIs, with his .650 OPS tracking as a career low.
  • Manager Stephen Vogt had shifted at-bats to Kyle Manzardo and C.J. Kayfus to evaluate younger options at first base and designated hitter.
  • Utility man Daniel Schneemann was activated from the paternity list to fill the roster spot, and Santana is now free to sign with another team for the stretch run.