Cleveland Guardians: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 16

3 Guardians Players Most Likely To Be Traded After the All-Star Break

The Cleveland Guardians are about ready to embark on their second half of the season journey following the 2026 MLB All-Star week. This will be as important of a time as ever for the Guardians to maximize their potential and continue on their mission to win the division for the second straight year.

Cleveland Guardians News / Athlon Sports / July 16

5 Greatest Cleveland Guardians Pitchers of All Time

The Cleveland Guardians are one of baseball's most storied franchises, one with countless imprints on the formation of the game today, influence on baseball in the Midwest, and unfortunately, the longest title drought in baseball today.

Cleveland Guardians News / Athlon Sports / July 16

5 Greatest Cleveland Guardians Hitters of All Time

One of the few current MLB teams whose origins go back not one, but two centuries, the Cleveland Guardians (who originated in 1896 as the Columbus Buckeyes) have one of the richest histories in baseball.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 16

The Biggest Mistake the Guardians Can't Repeat in the Second Half of the Season

The Cleveland Guardians return to action this weekend against the Pittsburgh Pirates after a much-needed All-Star break. All things considered, this baseball season has been a success in Cleveland.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Cade Smith News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 16

Teammates Rave About Cleveland Guardians All-Star Closer Cade Smith

When the Cleveland Guardians lost All-Star, and likely future Hall of Famer, closer Emmanuel Clase at the end of the 2026 campaign, all eyes were on the rest of the bullpen.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / July 16

Guardians News – The Calm Before the Second Half

Well, technically, we are already into the second half of the season. However, now that we are on the other side of the All-Star Game its full steam ahead to the trade deadline and playoffs.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 15

Guardians Star Infield Prospect Faces Uncertain Future Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Cleveland Guardians have an issue. But it's a good one to have. Following the breakout of Brayan Rocchio at shortstop and the promotion of Travis Bazzana to the big leagues, the Guardians have positioned themselves to have a superstar tandem down the middle of the infield.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 15

MLB Superstar Shows Respect for Guardians Pitcher's Electric Stuff

"That's disgusting guys... sorry about that." Words uttered by one of baseball's most polarizing and talented players: Bryce Harper. And while it may sound like Harper was describing gum stuck to the bottom of his shoe or leftovers forgotten in the back of the fridge, he wasn't.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15

Three prominent MLB trade chips that are likely to not be traded

As we get closer to the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, there have been ongoing trade speculations surrounding certain franchise cornerstones getting dealt as they fulfill teams' needs.

Tarik Skubal could be traded to a surprising team

Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 14

The Biggest Guardians Surprise (And Disappointment) of the First Half for the Season

The 2026 Cleveland Guardians season has already been full of twists and turns. At the MLB All-Star break, the Guardians find themselves in first place of the American League Central Division, tied with the Chicago White Sox.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Guardians rumors: Reporter will be ‘shocked’ if Cleveland doesn’t make specific trade

With the Cleveland Guardians preparing for the 2026 MLB trade deadline, which is approaching in early August, there will be speculation around the type of players the team needs.

Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / July 14

Grading The Guardians: First-Half Report Card At The All-Star Break

The Cleveland Guardians have earned a solid grade after a competitive first half of the season. Currently, they are tied for first in the American League Central with a 51-46 record.

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Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13

1 trade Guardians must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline

Much attention involving the Cleveland Guardians centers on injured star Jose Ramirez, who recently made a positive step in his recovery. But with the 2026 MLB trade deadline looming, here is one trade the Guardians must not make.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / July 12

Joey Cantillo whiffs 9 as Guardians sweep Marlins

Brayan Rocchio and Chase DeLauter slugged home runs, and Joey Cantillo struck out nine batters in five innings, leading the Guardians to a 5-2 win over the host Miami Marlins on Sunday afternoon.

Steven Kwan News / Field Level Media / July 11

Steven Kwan saves run, drives in 2 as Guardians beat Marlins

Nine-hole hitter Steven Kwan lined a two-out, two-strike, two-run double and also produced a run-saving defensive gem, leading the Guardians to a 4-1 win over the host Miami Marlins on Saturday afternoon.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / July 10

Rookies Parker Messick, Chase DeLauter push Guardians past Marlins

Parker Messick took a no-hit-bid into the sixth inning, and Chase DeLauter slugged a two-run homer as the Cleveland Guardians cooled off the host Miami Marlins 3-2 on Friday night.

Cade Smith News / Just Baseball / July 8

Cade Smith Deserves More Praise

The Cleveland Guardians have developed one of baseball’s best reputations for identifying and developing high-end power relievers. So when perennial All-Star

Ralphy Velazquez News / Just Baseball / July 7

‘Doing It Faster Than Anybody Else’: The Impressive Ascent of Ralphy Velazquez

COLUMBUS, Ohio — It had already been a busy morning for Ralphy Velazquez. A few social media video hits, signing autographs for a local little league team, and wrapping up with a guest appearance on MLB Network.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker / July 6

Guardians share big Jose Ramirez injury update amid frustrating homestand

Ramirez has been out since June 13.

Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen To Undergo UCL Surgery

Khal Stephen News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5

Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen To Undergo UCL Surgery

Guardians pitching prospect Khal Stephen will undergo a UCL-related surgery this week, team president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti told reporters (including MLB.com’s Tim Stebbins). Dr.

Stuart Fairchild News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Stuart Fairchild Elects Free Agency

Stuart Fairchild elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Guardians last week, reports Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. The outfielder went unclaimed on outright waivers and has the three years of MLB service that gives him the right to explore the market.