Gabriel Arias landed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after a left‑hamstring strain forced him out in the fifth inning of Monday’s game. The shortstop had been batting 5‑for‑14 with two homers and four RBIs over his last five appearances. Cleveland called up infielder Juan Brito from Triple‑A Columbus to fill the vacancy immediately today.

Manager Stephen Vogt praised Brito’s readiness, noting the club has tracked his development for years despite injury setbacks. In 2025 Brito logged only 31 games, hampered by thumb and hamstring issues, but he posted an 11‑for‑35 line with five doubles and four RBIs Columbus this season. Vogt plans to slot him at second base as Gabriel Arias recovers.

Brito, a seventh‑year pro and fourth within Cleveland’s system, primarily manned third base in Columbus but will wear the second‑base jersey in Kansas City. His minor‑league résumé shows a blend of contact and power, attributes Vogt believes translate to the majors. The move gives the Guardians depth at shortstop, with Brayan Rocchio and Daniel Schneemann ready to share duties.

With Arias slated for at least a month on the IL, the Guardians lean on Brito’s debut to stabilize the infield and maintain offensive production. Rocchio and Schneemann will rotate at short, but Brito’s early exposure could shape his role beyond a temporary fill‑in. Cleveland’s next game will test whether the call‑up pays immediate dividends.