The Cleveland Guardians released former Dodgers prospect and Kansas City Royals closer Scott Barlow from their organization on Wednesday. Three days prior, the Guardians designated Barlow along with left-handed pitcher Anthony Gose for assignment.
Barlow has reached six seasons of MLB service time, which allowed him to become a free agent. The Guardians are still responsible for the final weeks of Barlow’s 2024 salary. Barlow has the option to sign with another franchise for the remaining weeks of the regular season, but he will not be eligible to play in the postseason. His other option is to wait for the upcoming offseason to pursue other avenues.