
The Cleveland Guardians designated left-hander Kolby Allard for assignment after Hunter Gaddis returned from injury. Allard has elected free agency but could potentially re-sign with the team.
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The Cleveland Guardians had to take someone off the 40-man roster when right-hander Hunter Gaddis returned from the injured list.
On Monday, left-hander Kolby Allard was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Allard made four appearances and threw 8.2 innings this season before the DFA.
Yesterday, Allard elected free agency after being sent outright to Triple-A, reports Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors. But there is a way he can return to the organization.
"But that doesnât mean that it wasnât a move of consequence," Away Back Gone's Henry Palattella wrote Tuesday. "Even though Allardâs early-season results have left a lot to be desired, heâs a solid longman option in the bullpen and is coming off a season where he had a 2.63 ERA and was one of the most valuable pitchers on the roster."
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The Guardians could re-sign Allard, maybe to a minor league deal. It's common for pitchers to deny an outright assignment to Triple-A and then agree to a new contract.
"All that sets up another interesting juncture between Allard and the Guardians," Palattella added. "While the Guardians will likely have interest in bringing him back as a depth arm, Allard would also have a chance to sign with another interested team, should he choose."
Kolby Allard was designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster for Hunter Gaddis, who returned from the injured list.
Before being designated for assignment, Kolby Allard made four appearances and pitched 8.2 innings this season.
Yes, Kolby Allard can potentially return to the Guardians despite electing free agency.


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