CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Big Four at the back end of the Guardians’ bullpen remain intact, but beyond Emmanuel Clase, Tim Herrin, Cade Smith and Hunter Gaddis there have been big changes this offseason.

According to multiple reports, including MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Guardians and Sewald agreed to a 1-year deal worth $7 million guaranteed. The deal also includes a mutual option for the 2026 season worth $10 million (or a $1 million buyout if both sides agree to part ways).

An outstanding defensive infielder, Gabriel Arias may get a chance to initially win the second base job for the Guardians.

As it currently stands, Cleveland's payroll sits at $97,387,203. To put this in context, the Guardians finished the 2024 season with a payroll of $143,865,037, making this a difference of -$46,478,014. (All numbers are per BrooksGate on X .)

Sep 28, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Andrew Walters (63) throws a pitch during the fifth inning against the Houston Astros at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images / Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Sabathia, Suzuki and Wagner join Dave Parker and the late Dick Allen, who were elected by the Classic Baseball Era Committee to comprise the Hall’s Class of 2025.

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Reliever Paul Sewald and the Cleveland Guardians agreed Wednesday to a $7 million, one-year contract, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase.

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TNT Sports announced the first half schedule for its MLB Tuesday showcase games on TBS and streaming on Max. Cleveland will take on the Orioles in Baltimore at 7 p.m. on April 15, and the Guards return to Yankee Stadium at 7 p.m. on June 3 for an AL Championship Series rematch with New York.