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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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Parker Messick Shines As Guardians Take Close Spring Breakout Game

The Seattle Mariners prospects just refused to go away, but in the end, the Cleveland Guardians earned a hard-fought 8-7 win in MLB's Spring Breakout game on Friday night at Goodyear. The Guardians led by as many as four runs early, but their pitching staff kept giving Seattle ways to come ba...

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago

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Unheralded Lefty Keeps Making His Case To Make Guardians' Opening Day Roster

Last month, the Cleveland Guardians signed left-hander Kolby Allard to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. A first-round pick in the 2015 MLB Draft, Allard was once a top pitching prospect. He was supposed to be a star. Instead, he has a disappointing 5.99 ERA in 272 ca...

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JUNE 20: Will Brennan #17 of the Cleveland Guardians rounds the bases after hitting a solo homer during the eighth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Progressive Field on June 20, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio

Will Brennan Shines On Friday With 2 Home Runs

The Cleveland Guardians were scheduled to play two games against the Seattle Mariners. One, in the afternoon, was their original Cactus League game. The other is their Spring Breakout showdown. In the first, an 8-7 Guardians victory, starting center fielder Lane Thomas hit a three-run homer,...

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago

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Analyst Urges Guardians To Trade Star Player This Season

The Cleveland Guardians are fresh off an ALCS appearance in 2024, which has heightened expectations heading into the 2025 season, even though the team had a relatively quiet offseason. The team is set up for another run at the AL Central crown and a deep playoff run, but one analyst hasn't go...

Justin Hussong • 1 year ago

Guardians Announce Lineup For Spring Breakout Game

From Thursday to Sunday, each MLB team will play a game against another squad. It won't be a regular spring training game, though: it will boast each organization's best prospects. The initiative, called 'Spring Breakout,' has been a success: prospects enthusiasts and evaluators get to watch...

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 18: Jose Ramirez #11 of the Cleveland Guardians hits a RBI double in the seventh inning during Game Four of the American League Championship Series at Progressive Field on October 18, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Jose Ramirez Reveals His 'Motivation' For 2025

Cleveland Guardians star Jose Ramirez had an amazing season last year. Statistically, it was one of the finest of his brilliant career. He scored 114 runs, drove in 118, and posted a .872 OPS. Perhaps his most relevant achievements, however, were his 39 home runs and his 41 stolen bases. He d...

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago

Guardians Infielder Extends Spring Dominance With Perfect Day At The Plate

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians signed free agent first baseman Carlos Santana to replace Josh Naylor, who was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks this offseason. Yet, there will still be plenty of at-bats for the Guardians' slugger of the future, Kyle Manzardo. The 24-year-old, who plays first base b...

Guardians Trade Acquisition Struggles As Spring ERA Reaches 12.66

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians invested important resources in Luis L. Ortiz. They traded away infielder Spencer Horwitz to pry Ortiz away from the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason. However, in reality, they used Gold Glove second baseman Andres Gimenez to get Horwitz. It could be said that Clevela...

Guardians Reassign 2 Lefties To Minor League Camp

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians made a couple of roster moves on Thursday. As we get closer to the start of the season, the number of players in camp will gradually decrease as manager Stephen Vogt picks the 26 guys who will be traveling back to Cleveland with the team. Two talented lefties won't be...

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.

Steven Kwan Explains His Surprising 2024 Power Surge

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan is an All-Star. However, because he doesn't usually hit home runs, he is probably one of the game's most underrated stars. Kwan does it all on the field: he is a three-time Gold Glover, can steal bases, has a lifetime .285 batting average and a .359...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 18: Erik Sabrowski #62 of the Cleveland Guardians throws a pitch in the fourth inning against the New York Yankees during Game Four of the American League Championship Series at Progressive Field on October 18, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Guardians Insider Provides Updates On 3 Injured Pitchers

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are known for their incredible ability to develop pitchers and get the best out of both young and veteran hurlers alike. They are experts in the science of pitching and have proved it time and again. Cleveland works with every pitcher's main strengths in mind, and the...

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.

Players Pick Guardians Player As MLB's Most Underrated Star

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians made a furious run at the World Series title last year, one that ended with a disappointing American League Championship Series defeat. A true star was behind that incredible campaign: Jose Ramirez. By now, many people are starting to open their eyes and truly understa...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 08: An official Major League baseball sits on the mound before the game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field on April 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Former Guardians Pitcher Comments On Tyler Naquin's Surprising Position Change

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians recently signed former outfielder Tyler Naquin to a minor league deal. The 33-year-old was an unsung hero in that magical 2016 season for the Guardians, a year that almost ended with a World Series championship. He played as an outfielder, though. He had a very nice ca...

Gavin Williams #63 of the Cleveland Guardians reacts after giving up a two-run single to James Outman #33 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning at Progressive Field on August 24, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Gavin Williams Excelling In 1 Stat This Spring

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago If you have been closely following the Cleveland Guardians' spring training campaign this year, you probably know that Gavin Williams is looking like an ace. He is finally ready to leave his forgettable 2024 behind. Last year included a troublesome elbow injury and a 4.86 ERA, which is way wo...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 19: A general view during 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.

Bruce Drennan Shares His Thoughts On Guardians' Second Base Candidate

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are currently letting multiple infielders, most of them young, talented, and promising, compete for the starting second base gig. They traded away their starter at the position, Andrés Giménez, and are now looking at Angel Martinez, Juan Brito, Daniel Schneemann, Gabri...

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 11: Doug Nikhazy #65 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Camelback Ranch on March 11, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Doug Nikhazy Stumbles Against Elite Dodgers Lineup

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago To this point, Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Doug Nikhazy had pitched so well in Cactus League play that he was actually one of the leading contenders for a rotation spot. On Tuesday, however, he faced adversity for the first time this spring. The results, unfortunately, weren't satis...

Guardians Trim Spring Roster To 52 Players

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are still holding competitions of all kinds in spring training. Angel Martinez, Juan Brito, Gabriel Arias, Daniel Schneemann, and Tyler Freeman are vying for the second base gig. Jhonkensy Noel and Will Brennan, among others, are competing for at-bats in right field. A...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 12: Cleveland Guardians fans react prior to the game against the Detroit Tigers during Game Five of the Division Series at Progressive Field on October 12, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (

Guardians Spring Standout To Face Roki Sasaki On Tuesday

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians have been pleased with what left-handed Doug Nikhazy has shown as a long reliever in spring training. He is yet to allow a run in seven innings, spread over three games entering from the bullpen. Nikhazy has forced his way into the Guards' rotation plans, though, so th...

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' Veteran Righty Continues To Strengthen Case For Rotation Spot

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians played a couple of spring training games on Monday: one against the Kansas City Royals and one against the Chicago Cubs. Cleveland lost at the hands of the Cubs but defeated their division rivals 5-2 thanks to an inspiring performance by Ben Lively. The veteran righty...

Triston McKenzie #24 of the Cleveland Guardians throws a pitch in the top of the first inning against the Chicago White Sox during the home opener at Progressive Field on April 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Triston McKenzie's Latest Spring Outing Produces Mixed Results

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are paying close attention to Triston McKenzie's spring training performance. He was excellent in his breakout campaign in 2022 with a 2.96 ERA in 191.1 frames, but everything has gone downhill since then as he was diagnosed with UCL damage in his pitching elbow. He pi...

Tanner Bibee #61 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches in the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on August 30, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Guardians Reporter Says Team Could Have Elite 1-2 Punch In The Rotation

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians employ one of the MLB's best pitchers, Shane Bieber. The righty is a former AL Cy Young Award winner and boasts a 3.22 career ERA. When healthy, he is as reliable as they come. The problem is that he is currently not healthy. You probably wouldn't believe that the Guar...

Guardians Lefty Continues To Impress In Battle For Rotation Spot

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are virtually a lock to open the season with Tanner Bibee, Gavin Williams, and Luis L. Ortiz in their rotation. The remaining two spots are a mystery. There is no shortage of options for Cleveland to choose from: Triston McKenzie, Ben Lively, Logan Allen, Doug Nikhazy,...

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 17: Gavin Williams #63 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Progressive Field on September 17, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Gavin Williams Maintains Elite Form With Jaw-Dropping Spring Start

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago There are dozens of pitchers present in the Cleveland Guardians' camp in Goodyear, Arizona, trying to prove their worth and win a spot. You can be sure that none of them has been more impressive than Gavin Williams, though. After posting a 4.86 ERA last year in an injury-plagued campaign, Wil...

Guardians Reliever Continues To Work His Way Back From Injury

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Lost in the big sea of talented relievers that the Cleveland Guardians bullpen was last year was right-hander Andrew Walters. He certainly made a strong impression late in the season, with 8.2 scoreless frames and six strikeouts. That, and the 2.32 ERA (plus the 79 punchouts) he posted in 50....

Guardians Infielder Extends Hot Streak At The Plate

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are eager to give Kyle Manzardo a prominent role in 2025. It's fair to say he earned it. In 2024, the first baseman struggled, adjusted, and then dominated. That's what teams love to see in their prospects: they aren't opposed to seeing them face adversity because that...

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.

Physical Transformation Is Paying Off For Guardians Prospect

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago On Saturday, Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Parker Messick reminded the world that he is also a name to watch this season. The Guards have about ten starters ahead of him in their depth chart, but that doesn't mean Messick doesn't deserve attention. Quite the contrary, in fact: he has...

Guardians' Senior VP Of Public Affairs Is Impressed With Star Pitcher's Recovery

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Cleveland Guardians ace Shane Bieber underwent Tommy John surgery about 11 months ago. Most pitchers return from the procedure in the 14-16 month range. Bieber is not like most pitchers, though. He is one of the most disciplined and driven athletes you will find in MLB. Yes, he was bummed whe...

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 Announce First Roster Reduction Of The Spring

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians are having one of their most competitive training camps in recent memory. They have an exciting combination of established stars (Jose Ramirez, Emmanuel Clase, Carlos Santana, and others), promising hitters (Jhonkensy Noel, Juan Brito, and more), and exciting young pit...

Guardians Key Reliever Will Likely Begin The Season On The Injured List

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Sam Hentges' injury last year left the Cleveland Guardians bullpen without a key lefty to take the burden off Tim Herrin's shoulders. However, late in the season, the team decided to give Erik Sabrowski a shot. Things couldn't have been better: in 12.2 innings, the southpaw gave new life to a...

Starting pitcher Logan Allen #41 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Progressive Field on September 02, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Competition For The Guardians' Rotation Spots Is Heating Up

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Heading into spring training, three-fifths of the Cleveland Guardians rotation was basically set. Tanner Bibee is the ace for at least the first half of the season until Shane Bieber comes back and returns to form. Gavin Williams, who is enjoying a brilliant spring, is also a lock to start, a...

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - MAY 26: Austin Hedges #27 of the Cleveland Guardians after a walk against the Los Angeles Angels in the second inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on May 26, 2024 in Anaheim, California

Guardians Log 12 Extra-Base Hits In Win Against Athletics On Friday

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians scored early and often against the Athletics. The Guardians appear to be hitting their stride with consecutive victories. The heavily criticized offense put up 12 runs, 16 hits and a mind-blowing 12 extra-base hits in this latest victory. Tyler Freeman, Daniel Schneema...

Newest Guardians Signing Discusses New Role

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago The Cleveland Guardians recently announced a surprising minor league signing. Tyler Naquin, a former outfielder in the organization, will try to make the switch to pitcher. Even if things don't work out as expected, there is no denying that Naquin has the physical tools to make a successful t...

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JUNE 29: Tanner Bibee #28 of the Cleveland Guardians throws in the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on June 29, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Tanner Bibee Makes Important Adjustment And Is Ready To Be An Ace

Andres Chavez • 1 year ago Cleveland Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee posted a 2.98 ERA as a rookie in 2023. Then, he went out and dominated again in 2024, delivering a strong 3.47 ERA over a full starter's workload of 173.2 innings. He didn't enjoy the best beginning of the season last year, though, as he allowed n...