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CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians find themselves at a fascinating crossroads, balancing immediate competitive ambitions against long-term developmental goals. This tension is playing out through several key storylines that highlight the organization’s philosophical approach to roster building.
Take Gabriel Arias, once viewed as the potential shortstop of the future. His recent struggles have reignited questions about whether he represents the long-term answer at the position. Since returning from an ankle injury, Arias has struck out 35 times against just four walks in 87 at-bats, hitting a meager .195 with a .590 OPS.
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