The Philadelphia Phillies have made a late-spring move to strengthen their infield, acquiring Carter Kieboom from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for cash considerations, as reported by MLB.com’s Tim Stebbins.
The trade comes as teams finalize their Opening Day rosters, with Philadelphia adding depth in a low-risk deal that doesn’t require giving up players or prospects, while maintaining flexibility during the final stretch of spring training.
Kieboom, 28, had signed a minor-league contract with Cleveland in January 2026 and was competing for a roster spot before being dealt as part of a last-minute adjustment.
Once a highly regarded prospect in the Washington Nationals system, Kieboom has excelled at the Triple-A level, posting a strong .288/.380/.439 slash line, though that success has yet to fully carry over to the majors.
For the Phillies, he provides valuable versatility across third base, shortstop, and second base, while Cleveland frees up infield space and gains a financial return, making the move a practical late-spring roster decision for both teams.
