"Hays signed a $6MM free agent guarantee with the White Sox over the offseason, making a $5MM salary and collecting a $1MM buyout on an $8MM mutual option for 2027."
"Armstrong is making $4MM this year and has a guaranteed $1.5MM buyout on an $8MM mutual option, but the Guardians are likely to decline their end."
"Armstrong's fastball sits around 93 mph and he has never had huge swinging strike rates, making him more of a command-oriented reliever."
"Hays started slowly, striking out 12 times in his first nine games, and after landing on the injured list, he returned to a fourth outfield role."
The AL Central teams are evaluating club and mutual option decisions, with notable focus on the Tigers and White Sox. Hays signed a $6MM deal with the White Sox, but has struggled early in the season due to injury. The Guardians re-signed Armstrong for $5.5MM, but may decline his option despite his experience. Armstrong's performance has been inconsistent, with command issues leading to increased walks and runs allowed, raising questions about his future with the team.
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