Guardians acquire right-hander Pedro Avila in trade with Padres for cash. Avila can start, relieve

The Cleveland Guardians acquired right-hander Pedro Avila from the San Diego Padres on Wednesday for cash. The 27-year-old Avila was used in different roles last season with the Padres. The Guardians, who are off to a 12-5 start, said Avila will not be active Wednesday against the Red Sox but he's expected to join the team's major league roster in the next few days.