Overview
- The club announced Fairchild’s minor-league contract on Saturday, confirming a non-roster invitation to big-league Spring Training.
- Fairchild appeared in 28 games for Atlanta in 2025, hitting .216/.273/.333 before a dislocated pinkie and a July DFA led to a trade to Tampa Bay and a subsequent oblique injury list stint.
- He cleared waivers after the season and elected free agency, setting up his agreement with Cleveland.
- Over parts of five MLB seasons with the D-backs, Mariners, Giants, Reds and Braves, he has a .223/.305/.384 line, experience at all three outfield spots and past success on the bases.
- Cleveland’s outfield skews left-handed, and after Lane Thomas departed in free agency, the club highlights Fairchild as right-handed depth while he competes for a roster role in camp.