Mets promote infielder Gabriel Arias ahead of game against Pirates

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Mets promote infielder Gabriel Arias ahead of game against Pirates
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The Mets have called up infielder Gabriel Arias before their game against the Pirates. Arias, who was acquired from the Guardians, takes the roster spot of Eric Wagaman, who has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. This move comes after Arias was designated for assignment by Cleveland, where he spent the season hitting.244 with five home runs. He is not in the starting lineup for the game.

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  • Gabriel Arias joins Mets from Guardians before the Pirates game.
  • Eric Wagaman sent to Triple-A Syracuse to make room for Arias.
  • Arias hit.244 with five homers before joining New York.
  • Mets claim Arias following his DFA by Cleveland.
  • Arias provides defensive flexibility in the infield.
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