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Guardians’ Steven Kwan hitting somewhere other than leadoff in lineup for first time since 2022

Guardians’ Steven Kwan hitting somewhere other than leadoff in lineup for first time since 2022

The Cleveland Guardians are currently dealing with a significant offensive slump from star outfielder Steven Kwan. Despite the team’s recent success, including a sweep of the Los Angeles Angels, Kwan’s batting average has fallen to .206 over 41 games in 2026.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 16

Guardians News and Notes: I’ve Got Some Takes

The Guardians lost a frustrating game 6-5 yesterday. You probably know that by now. In lieu of much further news, I am going to offer some takes for you to react to in the comments below: -The cheapness of Guardians’ ownership is not showing up in their offense.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 16

Minor League Recap – LaViolette’s Clutch Hits Give Caps the Win

Game 1 COL 5 – STP 8 Box Score The Columbus Clippers and St. Paul Saints faced off in a Friday night double header. Columbus dropped both games of the double header.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Khal Stephen News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 16
Exclusive: Question and Answer With Cleveland Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen

Exclusive: Question and Answer With Cleveland Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen

The Cleveland Guardians are often lauded for having some of baseball's best pitching prospects. And as the 2026 minor league campaign continues to tick on, that reputation has been on full display across every level of the organization's system.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Corey Kluber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16
Guardians’ Corey Kluber gets brutally honest on 2016 World Series run

Guardians’ Corey Kluber gets brutally honest on 2016 World Series run

The Cleveland Guardians are still chasing the magic that defined their unforgettable 2016 World Series run against the Chicago Cubs. Nearly a decade later, Guardians legend Corey Kluber reflected emotionally on that October heartbreak.

Rhys Hoskins News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 15
Rhys Hoskins and a Handful of Walks Can't Rally Guardians Past Reds in Series Opener

Rhys Hoskins and a Handful of Walks Can't Rally Guardians Past Reds in Series Opener

The Cincinnati Reds nearly handed the game away, but an extra insurance run down the stretch held the Cleveland Guardians at bay. On Friday, May 15, the Guardians and Reds went toe-to-toe to begin the 2026 rendition of the Ohio Cup.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 15

Guardians Drop Ohio Cup Opener

Well. Frustrating night for Cleveland sports. Let’s start with the pitching. Bibee was fine. 6.2 innings of 3-run ball should be more than enough for a decent offense to rally behind.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Andrew Miller reflects on Guardians’ incredible 2016 World Series run

Andrew Miller reflects on Guardians’ incredible 2016 World Series run

The Cleveland Indians (now Cleveland Guardians) were defeated in the 2016 World Series. It was an incredible series that saw the Chicago Cubs win in seven games.

Tanner Bibee News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 15
Guardians Look To Give Tanner Bibee Run Support After Unlucky Start to 2026

Guardians Look To Give Tanner Bibee Run Support After Unlucky Start to 2026

The Cleveland Guardians have yet to give Tanner Bibee the support he deserves. To begin the 2026 MLB regular season, the Guardians are winless with Bibee on the mound, something that hasn't been completely his fault.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Stephen Vogt’s Chase DeLauter admission will catch Guardians fans’ attention

Stephen Vogt’s Chase DeLauter admission will catch Guardians fans’ attention

The Cleveland Guardians contain one of the best rookies in MLB in 2026. Outfielder Chase DeLauter is off to a blazing hot start to the season and is hitting an impressive .381 with a .997 OPS in May.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Shawn Armstrong News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 15
Guardians Get Update on Shawn Armstrong's Recovery From Groin Strain

Guardians Get Update on Shawn Armstrong's Recovery From Groin Strain

Back on April 26, the Cleveland Guardians placed reliever Shawn Armstrong on the injured list with a right groin strain. The right-handed pitcher had been one of the Guardians' high-leverage arms, with his injury paving the way for Colin Holderman's return to the major league roster.

Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
Guardians Outright Connor Brogdon

Guardians Outright Connor Brogdon

The Guardians have sent right-hander Connor Brogdon outright to Triple-A Columbus after passing him through waivers, according to Tim Stebbins of MLB.com.

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Steven Kwan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13
Ex-Guardians player gets 100% real on Steven Kwan’s slump

Ex-Guardians player gets 100% real on Steven Kwan’s slump

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 on Wednesday, a victory that clinched a series sweep. It was an impressive series, but outfielder Steven Kwan has continued to struggle at the plate.

Parker Messick News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 13
Guardians End 13-Game Stretch With Crucial Sweep, Messick Controls Series Finale

Guardians End 13-Game Stretch With Crucial Sweep, Messick Controls Series Finale

For the first time in the 2026 MLB season, the Cleveland Guardians have swept an opponent. On Wednesday, May 13, the Guardians dominated the Los Angeles Angels, 4-2, to clinch a series sweep over them from Progressive Field.

Angel Martinez News / Field Level Media / May 13
Angel Martinez leads Guardians to sweep of Angels

Angel Martinez leads Guardians to sweep of Angels

Angel Martinez hit a leadoff homer, stole two bases and scored twice as the Cleveland Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the visiting Los Angeles Angels with a 4-2 win on Wednesday afternoon.

Cleveland Guardians News / Inside The Diamonds / May 13

Cleveland Guardians Roster Moves 05/13/2026

The Cleveland Guardians will look to complete the sweep of the Los Angeles Angels this afternoon. Cleveland improved their record to 23-21 after last night’s 3-2 win.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 12
Guardians aim to keep piling up baserunners vs. Angels

Guardians aim to keep piling up baserunners vs. Angels

Travis Bazzana and the Cleveland Guardians will look to keep traffic going on the basepaths when they host the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday. The Guardians took the opener of the three-game series 7-2 on Monday behind seven hits and 10 walks.

Travis Bazzana News / Yardbarker / May 11
Why Travis Bazzana feels his transition to MLB has been seamless

Why Travis Bazzana feels his transition to MLB has been seamless

CLEVELAND – Travis Bazzana arrived in the major leagues with a pedigree. The Cleveland Guardians selected the second baseman first overall in the 2024 amateur draft from Oregon State.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 11
Balanced, patient attack guides Guardians past Angels

Balanced, patient attack guides Guardians past Angels

Daniel Schneemann, Travis Bazzana and Brayan Rocchio each drove in two runs as the host Cleveland Guardians cruised to a 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday.

Pedro Avila News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9
Guardians’ minor leaguer did the most out-of-pocket celebration

Guardians’ minor leaguer did the most out-of-pocket celebration

Pedro Avila did not exactly keep things family-friendly this week. Avila, a pitcher in the Cleveland Guardians organization, was on the mound Thursday for the Triple-A affiliate Columbus Clippers during their game against the Iowa Cubs (Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs).

Bo Naylor News / Yardbarker / May 9
Guardians option catcher Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus

Guardians option catcher Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus

The Guardians have optioned Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus following the acquisition of two-time Gold Glove winner Patrick Bailey from the San Francisco Giants.  

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 9
Guardians add another option at catcher in trade with Giants

Guardians add another option at catcher in trade with Giants

The Cleveland Guardians' catching situation has been a disappointment thus far. A trade with the San Francisco Giants may not lead to a significant change.

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Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Guardians Designate Connor Brogdon For Assignment

Guardians Designate Connor Brogdon For Assignment

The Guardians have designated right-hander Connor Brogdon for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for the recall of righty Franco Aleman, a move that was reported earlier.

Franco Aleman News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Guardians To Recall Franco Aleman For MLB Debut

Guardians To Recall Franco Aleman For MLB Debut

The Guardians are recalling right-hander Franco Aleman from Triple-A Columbus for what will be his major league debut, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com.

Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Guardians fan’s foul ball fiasco ends in date’s beer bath

Guardians fan’s foul ball fiasco ends in date’s beer bath

During a recent Guardians three-game series against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park, one Cleveland fan tried to snag a foul ball with one hand while gripping a beer in the other.

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