The Los Angeles Dodgers made a minor but strategic roster adjustment Tuesday, claiming outfielder Michael Siani off waivers from the New York Yankees while designating infielder Andy Ibáñez for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster.

Siani’s arrival marks the latest stop in what has been a hectic offseason for the 26-year-old outfielder.

Originally drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the fourth round in 2018, Siani entered the winter with the St. Louis Cardinals but has since cycled through multiple organizations via waivers and DFAs, briefly landing with the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers, Yankees, and now returning to the Dodgers.

With spring training set to begin, Los Angeles may finally offer Siani a clearer opportunity to stick, particularly if roster flexibility opens through the use of the 60-day injured list.

The Dodgers could soon gain additional maneuverability once pitchers and catchers report, as teams are then permitted to shift injured players to the 60-day IL.

That option may come into play depending on the health status of Brock Stewart, who is working his way back from shoulder surgery. If space becomes available, then Siani could remain in the organization without immediately facing another roster squeeze.

While Siani’s offensive profile remains limited, his value lies elsewhere. Across parts of four major league seasons with Cincinnati and St. Louis, he owns a .221/.277/.270 slash line, but his defense in the outfield has consistently graded well.

Primarily deployed in center field, Siani has accumulated strong marks in advanced defensive metrics and has also proven to be an efficient baserunner, converting the majority of his stolen base attempts.

The presence of a remaining minor-league option makes him an appealing depth piece, especially for clubs prioritizing roster flexibility.

Ibáñez, meanwhile, finds himself in an unusual position just weeks after signing a one-year major-league contract with Los Angeles.

The 32-year-old is out of minor-league options, which made him a potential DFA candidate despite the modest financial commitment. If he clears waivers, then Ibáñez is expected to accept an outright assignment rather than forfeit his guaranteed salary.

A right-handed bat with defensive versatility, Ibáñez has experience at multiple infield positions as well as left field and has historically produced better results against left-handed pitching.

Although he struggled to make a consistent impact in 2025, he remains a useful depth option should he remain in the organization.

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