Cleveland, OH
Guardians re-sign veteran reliever to minor league deal
CLEVELAND(WKBN) – The Cleveland Guardians have signed relief pitcher Carlos Hernandez to a minor league deal.
The contract includes an invitation to Major League Spring Training.
Last season, Hernandez appeared in five games with the Guardians after being claimed off waivers from Detroit.
During his brief stint with Cleveland, he posted a 3.86 ERA with three strikeouts in seven innings of work.
He also spent time with the Phillies last season.
In 2025, Hernandez posted a record of 1-0 with a 6.23 ERA with the Guardians, Tigers, and Phillies. In 43.1 innings, he struck out 25 batters.
He previously spent five seasons with the Kansas City Royals.