NEO Sports Insiders · Aug 1, 2016
Juan Uribe Designated for Assignment
Apr 5, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Indians third baseman Juan Uribe (4) strikes out to end the game against the Boston Red Sox at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-267914 ORIG FILE ID: 20160405_ajw_bk4_075.jpgThe Cleveland Indians announced Monday that they have designated third baseman Juan Uribe for assignment.
The news came minutes after the Tribe traded for Brandon Guyer from the Tampa Bay Rays.
As most expected, the addition of Guyer means Jose Ramirez will be playing third base and Guyer can play a corner outfield spot.
Uribe hit .206 with seven homers and 25 RBI in 2016 with Cleveland.