Last season the Cleveland Guardians won the AL Central and reached the Conference Championship Game. In 2025, Cleveland has fallen out of the playoff picture with a 66-66 record entering play on Thursday. Earlier this week, the Guardians waived the white flag on the season, placing Carlos Santana on waivers .

After the veteran first baseman went unclaimed, the Guardians officially released him on Thursday. Cleveland activated Daniel Schneemann from paternity leave in a corresponding move, per the team’s X account.

Following the release, the Guardians publicly said goodbye to Santana. “A franchise legend through and through. Thank you for everything, Carlos,” the club wrote. Expand Tweet

Guardians focus on future after release of Carlos Santana

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