They've got a great group down there. I think that made it easy just to relax and just play well," he added.
Fairchild has major league experience with five organizations, compiling a career . 223 batting average.
The move reunites Fairchild with Vogt, who was a teammate when Fairchild made his major league debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks as a pinch-runner for the current manager.
"It's a full-circle moment," Fairchild said.
The Guardians currently have limited right-handed hitting options on the active roster, including David Fry, Austin Hedges, and Rhys Hoskins.
Fairchild noted that Vogt called him before he decided where to sign this winter, expressing the Guardians' interest.
"That went a long way in my decision. I've felt welcome ever since I've been here," Fairchild said.
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Fairchild has no minor league options remaining, meaning the club must evaluate his performance against left-handed pitchers during this window before deciding whether to expose him to waivers or option Petey Halpin back to Triple-A Columbus.
