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Why the Guardians' First Three Series Could Shape the Rest of The 2026 Season

There won't be much wiggle room for the Cleveland Guardians to begin the 2026 MLB season. They'll be thrown directly into one of the tougher opening stretches in baseball, facing three playoff-calibre teams in the first three series.

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Guardians News and Notes – Home Opener Sold Out

For another year, the Cleveland Guardians will kick off their Good Friday home opener to a sold out crowd. The April 3rd game against the Cubs is down to standing room tickets only.

Nolan Jones News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 11

How Guardians Outfielder Nolan Jones is Trying to Fix His Struggles at the Plate

Nolan Jones' time as a member of the Cleveland Guardians may be drawing to a close. But this wasn’t how anyone expected it to unfold. During the 2026 offseason,

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 11

This Cleveland Guardians Bullpen Arm Can Secure a Spot on the Major League Roster

During the 2026 offseason, it became increasingly apparent that the Cleveland Guardians were working to bolster the bullpen. And such efforts weren't just through regular avenues.

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How Guardians Prospect Parker Messick Has Improved Over the 2026 Offseason

Parker Messick might end up becoming a staple in the Cleveland Guardians' pitching rotation. But first, he needs to earn his first real opportunity to anchor a spot.

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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.

Matt Festa News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 11

Why Matt Festa's World Baseball Classic Struggles Shouldn't Concern Guardians

Matt Festa looked really strong against Great Britain to begin his stint in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. But just one game later, against a powerhouse USA lineup, he ran into trouble and nearly handed away the win.

Ralphy Velazquez News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 10

This Cleveland Guardians Prospect Was Just Reassigned After an Impressive Spring

Ralphy Velazquez likely knew he wouldn't make the major league roster by Opening Day. But that didn't stop him from putting up one of the more impressive showings in the 2026 MLB Spring Training window.

Stephen Vogt News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 10

What Stephen Vogt Said After Cleveland Guardians Optioned Two Top Prospects

Spring training always forces difficult decisions. On Monday, March 9, the Guardians' front office officially announced that shortstop Angel Genao and outfielder Kahlil Watson would be optioned to the minor leagues.

Travis Bazzana News / Covering the Corner / March 10

Guardians News and Notes: Bazzana Will Be Back In Goodyear Soon

After a hot start to the tournament, unfortunately Australia has been eliminated from the World Baseball Classic after losing 7-2 to Korea. Travis Bazzana didn’t have the best tournament performance, but he came through at the end and had an RBI single to put them in position to advance before they gave up a run in the 9th inning.

Bo Naylor News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 9

Why Bo Naylor Must Get Off to a Fast Start for Guardians in 2026

Heading into the 2026 season, the one glaring position group that the Cleveland Guardians needed to see signs of improvement came from the catchers, in particular starter Bo Naylor.

Travis Bazzana News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 9

How Guardians Prospect Travis Bazzana Performed in His First World Baseball Classic

Travis Bazzana's debut at the World Baseball Classic was memorable. He went 2-for-4 at the plate, crushing a home run, while also tacking on great defensive plays to help push Team Australia to a win against Chinese Taipei.

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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.

Matt Festa News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 9

Why Matt Festa's Promising WBC Showing Should Give Guardians Fans Hope

If there was ever a season that the Cleveland Guardians need the pitching to be excellent, it'll be 2026. Heading into a new season, the Guardians are going to be trotting out countless young, talented prospects at the plate.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 9

Guardians 2026 Opening Day Roster Projection 2.0

Which Guardians will make the 26-man roster to open this season, as things currently stand in Guardians’ camp? It has been two months since our last roster projection, and we have had a chance to see players begin hitting and pitching and hear what manager Stephen Vogt has to say about them.

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This Alarming Spring Training Stat Could Cost Nolan Jones a Spot on the Guardians

While the 2026 MLB Spring Training has been a launchpad for many Cleveland Guardians prospects, some other players fighting for a spot on the Opening Day roster haven’t been so fortunate.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 9

Three Positives From Goodyear, Arizona

Spring Training is in full swing, and regardless of their 8-8 record, the Guardians have still given us plenty to be positive about. Numerous Guardians players are taking a break from Spring Training to represent their countries in the World Baseball Classic.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 9

Evaluating What Kind of Team the Cleveland Guardians Trying To Be in 2026

The Cleveland Guardians made a miraculous run to the postseason in 2025. This came one year after reaching the ALCS in 2024. Unfortunately, fans were faced with a familiar feeling in the offseason.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 9

Guardians News and Notes: Cade Smith Dominant Again

The Guardians and Rockies tied 4-4 yesterday and Cade Smith had a scoreless inning, striking out one. Joey Cantillo threw 4 and 2/3rds, striking out 5, giving up 2 runs and, most importantly, not walking anyone!

Daniel Espino News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 8

What Daniel Espino’s Optioning to Triple-A Means for the Guardians Moving Forward

The Cleveland Guardians have plenty of depth, there's no question about that. But with that type of roster makeup comes difficult decisions. One had to

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 8

Travis Bazzana and Australia Are Just Getting Started

– by Mario Crescibene Part 1 Part 2 A Palestinian flag proudly waves in the corner of Atanasio Girardot Stadium in front of a portrait of Che Guevara. The hooligans brandishing their green scarves and banners surge forward as one, and the entire stadium becomes a turbulent sea of verdant chaos as Atlético Nacional take the field.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 8

Who the Cleveland Guardians Already Know Will Be on the Opening Day Roster

Spring Training allows many front offices and coaching staffs to make decisions ahead of the regular season. Most of the time, those decisions end up being relatively easy to make.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / March 7

Trial of Guardians pitchers moved to November

The federal trial for two Cleveland Guardians pitchers accused of rigging pitches in exchange for a kickback from bettors has been moved to November. The trial of pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz was scheduled to start May 4 in the Eastern District of New York, but Judge Kiyo A.

Cleveland Guardians News / New Baseball Media / March 5