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Jose Ramirez #11 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates with teammates after scoring against the Detroit Tigers on a single by Josh Naylor during the seventh inning at Comerica Park on May 28, 2022, in Detroit, Michigan.

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Guardians Pitching Prospect Puts On A Clinic During Spring Game

Making the Cleveland Guardians' Opening Day pitching staff has to be one of the hardest missions in baseball at the moment. The bullpen is elite, arguably the best in the league. The rotation is not as great, but it's a competitive unit with several young stars and lots of upside. Even with t...

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 17: A general view of the inside of the stadium during the second inning in Game Three of the American League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on October 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

A New Potential Bullpen Gem Is Emerging For Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians are known for being a relievers factory. They produce so much talent at the position that they traded Nick Sandlin and Eli Morgan and their depth chart didn't even feel it. The staple of the Guardians as an organization is that no matter how good the names in the MLB b...

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 29: A general view is seen of the tarp covering the field as the game between the Houston Astros and the Cleveland Guardians is canceled due to inclement weather at Progressive Field on September 29, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Prospects Enjoy Highly Productive Game At The Plate

Everything clicked for the Cleveland Guardians at the plate on Sunday Playing against the Los Angeles Angeles to wrap up their first weekend of Cactus League play, the Guards put up 14 runs on the scoreboard against just two from LA. Not only did the offense explode, but the pitchers were mag...

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 12: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits a single during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers during Game Five of the Division Series at Progressive Field on October 12, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Watch: Steven Kwan Hits First Home Run Of Spring

Cleveland Guardians leadoff hitter Steven Kwan is not really known for his power. Make no mistake, he is an All-Star-caliber player with elite defense, baserunning, contact, and plate discipline skills. Home runs are not really part of his game, though. Still, that doesn't mean he can't run i...

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago

Guardians Pitcher Could Be Primed For Huge Bounceback Season

Many fans believe that the Cleveland Guardians should have brought in at least another top-tier starter. While the organization has certainly addressed the rotation with Luis L. Ortiz, Slade Cecconi, Jakob Junis, Vince Velazquez, and others, they haven't landed that ace or top-tier hurler som...

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago

GOODYEAR, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 20: John Means #47 of the Cleveland Guardians poses for a portrait during Cleveland Guardians photo day at Goodyear Ballpark on February 20, 2025 in Goodyear, Arizona.

Orioles Broadcaster Reveals What Guardians Are Getting With John Means

The Cleveland Guardians keep making moves to bolster their rotation. Their latest one, however, might not be impactful right away. They just signed former Baltimore Orioles southpaw John Means to a one-year deal worth $1 million. He's still recovering from Tommy John surgery, and he's had to...

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago

GOODYEAR, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 20: Triston McKenzie #24 of the Cleveland Guardians poses for a portrait during Cleveland Guardians photo day at Goodyear Ballpark on February 20, 2025 in Goodyear, Arizona.

Analyst Downplays Triston McKenzie's Strong Start

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians lost 6-3 in their Cactus League debut. But as we've seen in the past, that means little to nothing at this point. If anything, the fans might feel encouraged by what they saw from Triston McKenzie in his brief start. The righty hurler was throwing absolute heaters, ave...

GOODYEAR, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 20: Triston McKenzie #24 of the Cleveland Guardians poses for a portrait during Cleveland Guardians photo day at Goodyear Ballpark on February 20, 2025 in Goodyear, Arizona.

Triston McKenzie Had An Encouraging Sign On Saturday

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago In the sweet science of pitching, velocity isn't everything. We have seen pitchers throwing a 92-mph fastball dominate and have long, successful careers. It has been established, however, that velocity correlates highly with strikeouts, and the latter is indicative of future success in most c...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 12: Lane Thomas #8 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates a grand slam during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers during Game Five of the Division Series at Progressive Field on October 12, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians' Postseason Hero Homers In Losing Effort

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians had their spring training opener on Saturday, against the Cincinnati Reds in Goodyear Ballpark. Unfortunately, they ended up taking a 6-3 loss. But that's the beauty of spring baseball: the results aren't as important as they are in the regular season. In exhibition ga...

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JUNE 28: Triston McKenzie #24 of the Cleveland Guardians leaves a game against the Kansas City Royals in the third inning at Kauffman Stadium on June 28, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Triston McKenzie Gets Honest About Missing 2024 Playoffs

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago With a 5.11 ERA in 75.2 innings during the 2024 regular season, Cleveland Guardians starter Triston McKenzie just didn't do enough to earn a place on the postseason roster. He was demoted to Triple-A and also ran an ERA over 5.00 there (5.23 to be exact), struggling with control and command....

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 17: David Fry #6 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates a two run home run during the tenth inning against the New York Yankees during Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Progressive Field on October 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Announce Starting Lineup For Saturday's Game

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago Baseball is officially back, Cleveland Guardians fans! Well, sort of. Stephen Vogt's team is getting ready for the upcoming campaign, and they will take the field for a matchup with the Cincinnati Reds for the Spring Training Cactus League. Shortly before the game, the team confirmed their st...

Guardians Play Spring Opener On Saturday And Fans Can Tune In For Free

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago At long last, the Cleveland Guardians will play a baseball game on Saturday. The last time they took the field was on October 19th, when they lost Game 5 of the American League Championship Series 5-2 against the New York Yankees. After a few months of trades, sneaky good signings, rumors, an...

Relief pitcher Trevor Stephan #37 of the Cleveland Guardians reacts after giving up a solo homer to Carlos Correa #4 of the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Progressive Field on May 06, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Reliever Keeps Progressing Ahead Of 2025 Return

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians are about to embark on a key campaign in recent franchise history. While many people continue to underestimate them even after their impressive 2024 season, the players and the coaching staff are quietly preparing to let their performance on the field talk. The bullpen...

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - MAY 22: John Means #47 of the Baltimore Orioles delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning at Busch Stadium on May 22, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri.

John Means Reveals His Projected Return Date For Guardians

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians recently signed left-handed pitcher John Means to a one-year deal, worth $1 million. The contract also contains a $7.5 million club option for 2026, plus some incentives on innings pitched. Means hasn't thrown much in the last three seasons because of recurring elbow i...

Guardians' Young Lefty Will Try To Take Another Step Forward In 1 Key Department

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Coming out of Ole Miss as a talented, yet flawed starter, Cleveland Guardians prospect Doug Nikhazy had solid stuff but little to no control. His walk rate was never lower than 15 percent in any of his minor league stops in 2022 and 2023, and that's too high. In 2024, the lefty took a giganti...

BALTIMORE, MD - JUNE 25: The batting helmet of Michael Bourn #24 of the Cleveland Indians sits on the ground before the start of the Indians and Baltimore Orioles game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 25, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Guardians Star Could Post Fantastic Numbers With ABS Challenge System

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Spring training will serve as a testing lab for the automated ball-strike challenge system (ABS). Major League Baseball will have the system in about 60 percent of spring training games. It wants to determine whether the ABS is viable for the major league level. Bringing in the automated zone...

Recent World Series Odds Continue To Disrespect The Guardians

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago We have seen multiple projection systems, oddsmakers, and analysts disrespect the Cleveland Guardians at various stages of the offseason and spring training. It seems that what they achieved last season by reaching the American League Championship Series, and over the winter with underrated m...

MLB Insider Offers Key Details Of John Means Deal With Guardians

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians made an interesting move this week by signing left-handed starter John Means to a one-year contract with a club option for 2026. The catch is that he is still rehabbing from Tommy John surgery performed in the summer of 2024, the second of his career. He probably won't...

Hunter Gaddis #33 of the Cleveland Guardians delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the second inning at Target Field on August 29, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Wild Stat Emerges About Guardians' Bullpen

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Everybody knows that the Cleveland Guardians' best unit last year was the bullpen. That should still be the case in 2025, as the same foundation of names is returning. The bullpen is led by four extremely talented arms, unofficially referred to by some as the "Four Horsemen." These are Emmanu...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 19: A fan holds a sign before Game Five of the American League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on October 19, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Send Injured All-Star To 60-Day List

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians officially announced the John Means signing this week. It means that they needed to create a space on the 40-man roster to make room for their new lefty. Cleveland had several possible avenues to achieve this. They could have designated someone for assignment, but that...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 08: Shane Bieber #57 of the Cleveland Guardians is introduced before the home opener against the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field on April 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Analyst Reveals Why Shane Bieber Chose To Stay With Guardians

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians' biggest reinforcement came from one of their own free agents. More than that, Shane Bieber's decision to stay with the organization was a testament to the great work they're doing. At least, that's how Andre Knott feels. Talking on ESPN Cleveland, the renowned analyst...

Bruce Drennan Reveals His Pick To Win Guardians' 5th Rotation Spot

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians shocked the world last season with a trip to the ALCS. However, their red-hot bats couldn't keep up their strong start to the season, and all the issues with the pitching rotation exposed the team when it mattered the most. Now, there are still some major concerns rega...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 07: A general view of signage outside the stadium before Game Two of the Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on October 07, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Infielder Shows Offseason Work With Hype Video

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians are still looking for their shortstop of the future. That's right: Travis Bazzana is considered their long-term second baseman, but the one on his right remains a mystery. We know that the starter in 2025 will be, barring a huge surprise, Brayan Rocchio. Whether he sta...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 19: Manager Stephen Vogt of the Cleveland Guardians walks across the field before Game Five of the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees at Progressive Field on October 19, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Manager Reveals 2 Things He Wants His Team To Accomplish

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians are coming off a fantastic 2024 season when they reached the American League Championship Series in Stephen Vogt's first year as manager. Vogt's contagious energy and the trust he had in his players were among the main reasons the team made it that far. It's time to le...

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Video Shows Top Guardians Prospect Working On Key Aspect Of His Game

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Tuesday marked the first day of full-squad workouts for the Cleveland Guardians in Goodyear, Arizona. Everybody is present in camp, getting ready to accomplish different goals individually, but one that is common for everyone is winning the World Series. Top prospect and No. 1 draft pick in 2...

Guardians Newcomer Ready For 'Special' Home Opener

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians will have their home opener on April 8th against the Chicago White Sox. It will be a special day for one of their offseason newcomers, Carlos Santana. Well, newcomer is technically the right word given the fact he didn't play last year in Cleveland. However, Santana ha...

Starting pitcher Logan Allen #41 of the Cleveland Guardians throws a pitch in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on May 12, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

Guardians Could Have A Plethora Of Starting Pitching Options In The Second Half

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians will, as most teams do, employ a five-man rotation in 2025. Every MLB organization knows, however, that you can't navigate a season with just five starting pitchers. The Guardians currently have, depending on what parameters you use, eight to 10 healthy and competent o...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 17: A general view of the inside of the stadium during the second inning in Game Three of the American League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on October 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Reach Agreement With Veteran Lefty

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Late on Sunday, a report from Chris Cotillo suggested that the Cleveland Guardians were in advanced talks with free agent lefty John Means. The southpaw is currently rehabbing from Tommy John surgery performed last June. Per Zack Meisel, who covers the Guards for The Athletic, the two parties...

Oddsmakers Not Showing Confidence In Guardians Ahead Of 2025 Season

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians made some big moves this offseason. However, some of those moves weren't necessarily to bolster their roster. That's why, once again, there doesn't seem to be that much belief in them right now. That's even more evident in the latest tweet by Nick Camino of WKYC. He sh...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 20: Closing pitcher Emmanuel Clase #48 of the Cleveland Guardians tosses out J.D. Martinez #28 of the New York Mets at first during the ninth inning at Progressive Field on May 20, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Guardians defeated the Mets 3-1

Paul Sewald Reveals His Honest Thoughts About Emmanuel Clase

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians didn't need another closer. However, Paul Sewald's experience in that role can certainly come in handy in times of need. Of course, the newcomer knows he's not there to do so. He's not trying to compete with Clase in a race he's not likely to win. If anything, he's jus...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 29: A general view is seen of the tarp covering the field as the game between the Houston Astros and the Cleveland Guardians is canceled due to inclement weather at Progressive Field on September 29, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians In 'Advanced Talks' To Sign Former All-Star Pitcher

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians might not have signed or traded for an ace like many fans wanted. That doesn't mean they haven't worked to develop impressive rotation depth, though. Bringing back Shane Bieber was an important first step, and they secured two potential rotation stalwarts via trade in...

Shane Bieber #57 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of game one of a doubleheader at Progressive Field on July 12, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Shane Bieber Gets Honest About Throwing For First Time Since Injury

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians' biggest reinforcement and offseason acquisition was already in-house. Shane Bieber's imminent return will be a massive boost for Stephen Vogt's team. He's still a ways away from getting back out there, but he's taking big strides in the right direction. Following his...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JULY 11: Relief pitcher Paul Sewald #38 of the Arizona Diamondbacks throws a warm-up pitchduring ninth inning of the MLB game against the Atlanta Braves at Chase Field on July 11, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Diamondbacks defeated the Braves 1-0.

Paul Sewald Reveals 1 Question He Asked Guardians Before Signing

Ernesto Cova • 2 years ago The Cleveland Guardians made a bit of a surprise move when they went after Paul Sewald. Truth be told, even he was shocked to hear that they were legitimately interested in his services. That's why he reportedly asked the team why they even wanted him in the first place, given how dominant th...