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Cubs sign Gabriel Arias after series against White Sox

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:04 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Cubs sign Gabriel Arias after series against White Sox

Summary

The Chicago Cubs signed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers following their recent series against the Chicago White Sox. The Cubs claimed Arias, 26, after he was designated for assignment by the New York Mets. This move follows the injury of star shortstop Dansby Swanson, who is on the injured list due to an oblique strain. With Arias joining the roster, the Cubs are looking to bolster their infield depth as they position themselves in the NL Central race, currently sitting with a 74-54 record, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers by 5 games.

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Status Watch

•Cubs lost 3-0 to the White Sox in series finale.
•Gabriel Arias is claimed after being DFA'd by the Mets.
•Dansby Swanson is on the injured list with an oblique injury.
•Phil Maton transferred to the 60-day injured list.
•Cubs are 74-54 and chasing the NL Central lead.

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1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs Sign 26-Year-Old Infielder Immediately After White Sox Series

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The Chicago Cubs took two of three games against the Chicago White Sox but lost 3-0 Wednesday afternoon in the series finale.Not long after the game ended, the Cubs announced a notable roster move. With star shortstop Dansby Swanson on the IL with an oblique injury and no clear timeline for his return, Chicago claimed […] The post Chicago Cubs Sign 26-Year-Old Infielder Immediately After White Sox Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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