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On YouTubeCleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / December 21
The Guardians Are Gaslighting Fans 
The Guardians are communicating a consistent message about their plans to handle their offensive issues this offseason, and it’s problematic. Ken Rosenthal
Stuart Fairchild News / Covering the Corner / December 21
Guardians News and Notes: Stuart Fairchild On a Minor-League Deal
The Guardians brought in a right-handed outfielder Stuart Fairchild on a minor-league deal with an invite to Spring Training. Fairchild is 29 years old and has a career 106 wRC+ against LHP as a right-handed batter who has played an average centerfield when asked to do so.
Stuart Fairchild News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 20
Guardians add outfielder depth to minor league roster, signing Stuart Fairchild
The Cleveland Guardians have made subtle additions to the roster ahead of the new year. And after most of those moves being pitchers, they've added a hitter into the mix.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Jaison Chourio News / Covering the Corner / December 20
Guardians News and Notes: Jaison Chourio Has a Great Night
The Guardians didn’t do much of anything yesterday, but prospect Jaison Chourio had 5 hits and 7 RBI in Venezuela: https://x.com/i/status/2002210261202022558 The Tampa Bay Rays, Pittsburgh Pirates and Houston Astros pulled off a three-team trade headlined by Brandon Lowe going to Pittsburgh: https://x.com/i/status/2002118476979470578.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 19
Cleveland Guardians young players change numbers, here's why it matters
A handful of young players on the Guardians’ current roster made some changes. The change may not seem like much, but it signifies something much larger.
Steven Kwan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Guardians receiving ‘a lot of calls’ for Steven Kwan trade
With the Cleveland Guardians surrounded by rumors this offseason in regards to players the team could be acquiring or sending out, one of those stars that has been capturing headlines is Steven Kwan.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Why Emmanuel Clase was ‘reprimanded’ by MLB even before gambling allegations were known
In November, Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase was indicted by federal prosecutors in the MLB betting scandal. Later, he was arrested at JFK Airport. Now, details are emerging to explain why Clase was reprimanded before his alleged involvement was known, per Evan Drellich and Zack Meisel of The Athletic.
Triston McKenzie News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 19
Once beloved Cleveland Guardians pitcher signs deal with San Diego Padres
Another former Cleveland staple's career is heading further and further away from The Land. After once being a staple on the mound for the Cleveland Guardians, Triston McKenzie has fallen far behind the curve of being a consistent pitcher in MLB.
John Means News / Field Level Media / December 18
LHP John Means tore Achilles ahead of signing with new club
Veteran left-handed pitcher John Means revealed Thursday that he underwent surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon. In an Instagram post, Means said he was on the verge of signing with a new club Tuesday when the injury happened in training.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Triston McKenzie News / Field Level Media / December 18
Padres land RHP Triston McKenzie on minor league deal
The San Diego Padres and right-handed pitcher Triston McKenzie agreed to a minor league contract on Thursday, according to multiple media reports. McKenzie, 28, had spent his entire career with the Cleveland Guardians, starting 80 games in 88 appearances over six seasons before becoming a free agent this offseason.
John Means News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18
John Means Suffers Achilles Rupture
Free agent left-hander John Means suffered an Achilles rupture while working out this week, he announced on social media. He underwent successful surgery yesterday.
Shawn Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 18
Guardians ink reliever after strong season with Rangers
The Cleveland Guardians re-signed right-handed reliever Shawn Armstrong on Thursday to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, which includes a mutual option for 2027, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18
Padres sign pitcher with thoughts of how to make him a weapon again
The Padres reportedly signed Triston McKenzie to a minor league deal with a spring training invite on Thursday.
Triston McKenzie News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18
Padres To Sign Triston McKenzie To Minor League Deal
The Padres and right-hander Triston McKenzie have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. The Octagon client will receive an invite to big league camp in spring training.
Shawn Armstrong News / Covering the Corner / December 18
Guardians Bring Shawn Armstrong Back
Jeff Passan of ESPN broke the news that the Guardians have signed Shawn Armstrong, right-handed reliever, to a one-year deal worth $4.5 million. Armstrong broke into the bigs with the Guardians in 2015-2017.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 18
Cleveland Guardians reunite with 2011 draft pick in free agency
The Cleveland Guardians have gotten knocked for their lack of activity in free agency, but they were serious about improving the bullpen. The Guardians had worked out a few minor league deals, but nothing substantial.
Steven Kwan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 18
Mets’ perfect trade offer for Guardians’ Steven Kwan
Steven Kwan has emerged as the centerpiece of one of the most logical and mutually beneficial trade concepts of the MLB offseason, as speculation around the Cleveland Guardians potentially moving the All-Star outfielder continues to circulate.
Justin Bruihl News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 18
What to know about newly added Cleveland Guardians pitcher Justin Bruihl
The Cleveland Guardians haven't stopped making moves to bolster their bullpen heading into 2026. After signing four right-handed pitchers: Colin Holderman, Connor Brogdon, Peyton Pallette and Jack Carey, the Guardians made a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays to add a lefty into the mix.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 18
Will Yankees trade for Guardians’ Steven Kwan if they strikeout on Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger?
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan was mentioned as a trade candidate ahead of the 2025 July trade deadline. A deal ultimately did not come to fruition, and Kwan helped the Guardians shock the Detroit Tigers and win the American League Central.
Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / December 18
Guardians N&N – How the Grinch DFA’d Big Christmas
The Guardians acquired Justin Bruihl, a LHP, from the Blue Jays for cash considerations. To make room on the 40-man roster, Jhonkensy “Big Christmas” Noel was DFA’d.
Jhonkensy Noel News / New Baseball Media / December 18
2025 Transactions: Noel DFA’d by Guardians, Minor League Signings
Big Christmas’ time in Cleveland may be coming to an end. The Guardians designated slugging outfielder Jhonkensy Noel for assignment on December 17, one of many moves made on the day.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 17
Guardians add LHP Justin Bruihl, DFA Jhonkensy Noel
The Cleveland Guardians added to their bullpen Wednesday by acquiring left-hander Justin Bruihl from the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations. To make room on the 40-man roster, outfielder Jhonkensy Noel was designated for assignment.
Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / December 11
Cleveland Guardians 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist
2025 was filled with moments to remember and forget for the Cleveland Guardians, and as much as the ups and downs were very drastic in either direction, they should still have a positive outlook on this offseason and the next few seasons.
Steven Kwan News / Yardbarker / December 5
Why a trade for Steven Kwan would add up for the Yankees
This is a move that would allow the Yankees to acquire a four-time Gold Glove winner and a top-of-the-lineup hitter without breaching the luxury tax threshold.
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