The Dodgers claimed infielder Christian Cairo off waivers from the Mets, adding a versatile defensive option without needing to clear a spot on their 40-man roster. Cairo has yet to make his major league debut, but his minor league plate discipline and ability to play nearly every position have drawn interest from multiple clubs.

By the Numbers
  • Over the past 3 seasons, Cairo has hit .236/.360/.318 with a 93 wRC+.
  • He has a 14.5% walk rate and a 19.9% strikeout rate over that span.
  • Cairo has 2 minor league options remaining.
Yes, But

Cairo’s defense and plate discipline offer a path to becoming a useful utility player, but his offensive production has been modest. He may remain minor league depth, and the Dodgers could try to pass him through waivers again later this winter.

State of Play
  • Cairo is currently depth for a Dodgers infield led by Mookie Betts, Max Muncy and Freddie Freeman.
  • Second base is less settled, with Tommy Edman, Alex Freeland and Hyeseong Kim among the options.
  • If Cairo stays on the roster through spring, he could compete for a bench role.
What's Next

The Dodgers can keep Cairo in the minors or give him a chance to compete for a major league bench spot in spring training.

Bottom Line

For Los Angeles, Cairo is a low-cost bet on defensive versatility and patient at-bats—not an immediate answer, but a potential utility option with room to develop.