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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.

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Guardians Designate Justin Bruihl For Assignment

The Guardians have designated left-hander Justin Bruihl for assignment, the team announced. Bruihl’s removal from the 40-man roster opened up a spot for right-hander Shawn Armstrong, who was signed earlier this week.

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.

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.

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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.

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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 / 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.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 19

Why Cleveland Guardians will not sign players to long-term deals

The Cleveland Guardians were a bad offense in 2025. They were third-worst in runs scored. Bottom third in home runs. Second-worst in batting average. Second-worst in slugging percentage.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.