Cleveland designated Arias for assignment Wednesday.
Arias last appeared Tuesday, going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts against the Mets. With top prospect Angel Genao coming up to the big-league club, Arias has been DFA'd. On the campaign, the 26-year-old has slashed .244/.284/.386 with five homers and 11 RBI in 134 plate appearances. After spending his first five major league seasons with Cleveland, Arias will look to find a new home once he clears waivers.