James Karinchak, a right-hander, was reinstated from the injured list and outrighted off the Guardians' roster, now hitting free agency.
Karinchak burst onto the scene in 2020 with a 2.67 ERA and an impressive 48.6% strikeout rate, finishing sixth in AL Rookie of the Year voting.
Despite early success, his performance declined post-2021 due to league substance crackdowns, injuries, and ongoing control issues, limiting his impact with the Guardians.
He suffered a significant muscle strain in 2022 and faced further setbacks in 2023 and 2024, leading to limited appearances and time in Triple-A.
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