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Cleveland Guardians AL Central
Trade Details
THE TRIBE TAKE A FLIER ON P CARLOS FRIAS Monday, January 30, 2017
The Cleveland Indians acquired pitcher Carlos Frias from the Los Angeles Dodgers for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
What does it give the Cleveland Guardians?
Frias can both start and relieve, so he is a decent addition to the American League champions. He is expected to be in the bullpen mix in spring training and could be used in a swingman role in 2017.
What does it give the Los Angeles Dodgers?
The Dodgers had recently designated Frias for assignment, so they at least were able to get back a future asset or a little cash for his services. Los Angeles has better options moving forward.
Fantasy Impact
If Frias is able to win a job out of spring training, he will probably have a limited role in Cleveland. Therefore, his fantasy value is not quite high enough to be draft-worthy at this time. Keep him on the radar, though.
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