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Guardians Sign Former First-Rounder Carter Kieboom to Minor-League Deal With Spring Invite

The 28-year-old infielder earns a fresh look following a strong Triple-A season.

PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 18: Cleveland Guardians New Era baseball hats are seen in detail during the game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Cleveland Guardians during inter-league play at PNC Park on April 18, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
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Sep 28, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels first baseman Carter Kieboom (17) hits a single during the ninth inning against the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cleveland added Kieboom on a minor-league contract with a non-roster invitation to big-league camp on Tuesday.
  • A 2016 first-round pick by the Nationals, Kieboom was once a top-100 prospect but has produced limited offense in scattered MLB stints.
  • He batted .319 with nine home runs at Triple-A Salt Lake in 2025 and went 2-for-8 in three late-season games for the Angels.
  • Kieboom has extensive experience at third base and shortstop with additional time at second, giving the Guardians a flexible infield option.
  • He is expected to compete for a multi-position bench spot in spring training or open at Triple-A Columbus as part of a nine-player group of minor-league signings.