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Travis Bazzana News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 6

How the Cleveland Guardians Coaching Staff Reacted to Travis Bazzana's WBC Debut

Travis Bazzana has to be feeling like he's on top of the world. Following a strong start to the 2026 MLB Spring Training window, Bazzana kept ahold of his early-season momentum and took it with him across the globe to the World Baseball Classic.

Cade Smith News / Covering the Corner / March 6

Guardians News and Notes: Smith Back and Dominant

Yesterday, the Guardians crushed the White Sox 12-3 and Cade Smith made a great 2026 Cactus League debut. Smith threw 9 pitches in a 1-2-3 fifth inning in his return from neck soreness.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 5

Cleveland Guardians Might’ve Found the Power-Hitting Tandem They’ve Been Looking For

The Cleveland Guardians are looking to build offensively after last year’s bottom-tier lineup that only had one 30 home run hitter and was ranked near or at the bottom in just about every category there is.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 5

The Cleveland Guardians Still Have One Trade to Make Before Opening Day

The Cleveland Guardians shouldn't be done making moves prior to the start of the 2026 campaign, at least not yet. To start the first few games of spring training, it has been obvious that the Guardians have plenty of highly talented prospects scattered throughout the farm system.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 5

Guardians Announce Spring Breakout Player Pool

The Guardians have announced 40 prospects from whom they will choose 27 to be part of their Spring Training breakout game. The pitchers: Braylon Doughty,

Travis Bazzana News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 5

Guardians' Top Prospect Travis Bazzana Leaves Lasting Impression in WBC Debut

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is officially underway, and one of the top prospects in baseball is already putting on a show. Travis Bazzana, MLB Pipeline's No.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 5

Cleveland Guardians Poised to Benefit Most from the World Baseball Classic

The 2026 World Baseball Classic has finally arrived, and there is plenty to watch for as a Cleveland Guardians fan. It's all thanks to a long list of organizational representation feauturing seven players across all levels.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 5

Which Players Won't Make the Cleveland Guardians' Final Roster and Which Will

The Cleveland Guardians are just a short couple of weeks away from having uncomfortable conversations. As the 2026 MLB Spring Training window continues to tick ahead, countless prospects are showing just how promising they are and how impactful they can be given everyday opportunities.

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Cleveland Guardians News / New Baseball Media / March 5

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Cleveland Guardians

Cleveland made an incredible run to the AL Central title last season. It was yet another example of the Guardians being able to build a strong team on a budget.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 4

Why the Cleveland Guardians Outfield Position Battle Isn’t as Open as It Looks

When looking at the Cleveland Guardians as they head into the 2026 campaign, most eyes will turn towards the outfield. That's because in 2025, that position group ranked 28th in the league in runs per game, 29th in batting average and on-base percentage, and 28th in slugging percentage.

Steven Kwan News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 4

How Steven Kwan’s Defensive Mindset Makes Him One of MLB’s Most Reliable Outfielders

As the 2026 MLB regular season approaches, All-Star outfielder Steven Kwan has begun transitioning to center field for the Cleveland Guardians. With the organization looking for more consistent production from its outfield, the coaching staff has shifted Kwan to the middle to create flexibility.

Jose Ramirez News / Athlon Sports / March 4

2026 Fantasy Baseball: Jose Ramirez as Top Third Baseman?

In the world of 2026 fantasy baseball, third base remains a thin position where getting your starter right can make or break your season. With corner infield requirements in many leagues adding to the scarcity, you'll want to prioritize 3B early in drafts to avoid scrambling later.

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MLB has been holding its annual draft since 1965. Over that period, many of the No. 1 overall selections have gone on to have illustrious careers, while others have been complete busts. How many of them can you name in eight minutes?

Hunter Gaddis News / Covering the Corner / March 4

N&N: Hunter Gaddis on the mend

What do Hunter Gaddis and a pelican have in common? They both need help with their bodies. But first, here’s Kyle Manzardo hitting a grand slam in a losing effort: In addition to the L, the bad news regarding Gaddis is that he’s been experiencing some “mild forearm tightness” and will begin building back up tomorrow.

Chase DeLauter News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Why Keeping Chase DeLauter Healthy is Crucial for Cleveland

For the Cleveland Guardians, Chase DeLauter isn’t just another prospect. He’s the kind of player who could change the shape of their outfield and lineup this season—if he can stay on the field.

Stephen Vogt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt makes honest admission about Cleveland’s 2026 outlook

Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt believes the team’s momentum from last season could carry directly into 2026. As the Guardians continue preparations during MLB spring training, Vogt pointed to the club’s late-season surge as a major reason for optimism entering the new campaign.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Guardians pitcher dealing with forearm injury gets crucial update

The Cleveland Guardians are hoping to have one of their relief pitchers back from an injury. Hunter Gaddis has been dealing with tightness in his forearm.

Tanner Bibee News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Guardians’ Tanner Bibee tells former Cy Young winner the truth about his career so far

Tanner Bibee is set to begin his fourth MLB season in 2026. With him and the Cleveland Guardians preparing for the regular season, Bibee had a chance to talk with a former Cy Young Award winner and was seemingly honest about his performance so far in his career.

Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / March 1