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It’s the offseason so it’s time to check the latest roster-building websites out. Everyone, please check out www.dealinthecards.com/gm Here, I have made an opening salvo at what would be an aggressive, yet realistic, offseason for the Guardians.

Cleveland Guardians News / Viral Sports News / October 29

Cleveland Guardians Announce Split With Long-Time Fan Favorite

Austin Hedges has officially entered free agency, marking a potential end to one of the more unique and emotionally resonant runs in recent Cleveland Guardians history, via MLB.com.

Austin Hedges News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 29

Austin Hedges’ Cavaliers Game Appearance Builds Case for Guardians Reunion

Austin Hedges loves Cleveland. There is no questioning that. But what is being questioned is whether or not he will end up in Cleveland in 2027. On Wednesday, Oct.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

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Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / October 29

Three questions facing the Cleveland Guardians this offseason

The Cleveland Guardians head into the offseason with the same concerns — mainly, a lineup that failed to produce enough for their solid pitching staff.

What we got right and wrong in our 2026 MLB postseason predictions

Pat Murphy takes shot at Yankees while celebrating World Series win with Jake Bauers

Bo Bichette exercises $42M player option after disappointing first season with Mets

The '2026 hits leaders by MLB team' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 28

Guardians' Offseason Checklist: 3 Roster Decisions Cleveland Must Address

The Cleveland Guardians may have finished the 2026 MLB season with a trip to the American League Championship Series. However, while many teams that have gotten that far may decide to simply "run it back," the Guardians likely won't.

Steven Kwan News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 27

Here's What Guardians Need To Do With Steven Kwan As Trade Rumors Swirl

The Cleveland Guardians once again have a series of roster decisions to make. That remains true whether there is a lockout or not. One player in particular who will be in focus all offseason is Steven Kwan.

Tanner Bibee News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 26

Former Indians Pitcher Criticizes Guardians' Postseason Usage of Tanner Bibee

“He got disrespected by the organization in the postseason.” Words spoken by former Cleveland Indians pitcher Jensen Lewis. And the player he is talking about?

Javier Pedreanez News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Guardians Abruptly Release Young Pitcher in Surprising Move

The Cleveland Guardians have released right-handed pitcher Javier Pedreanez, according to the MiLB transaction log. The DSL CLE Mendoza affiliate listed the move on October 23, ending the Venezuelan’s short stint in the organization.

Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / October 24

Cleveland Guardians 2026 Post-Mortem: Guard Ball at a Crossroads

For a moment, it looked like the Cleveland Guardians were going to do it again. After storming back from an 0-2 deficit against division rival Chicago in the ALDS, Cleveland carried that momentum into Tampa Bay.

Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Two pitchers elect free agency

Veteran right-handers Connor Brogdon and Carlos Hernández elected free agency earlier this week, according to the MiLB.com transactions log. Both hurlers had been with the Guardians organization.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Stephen Vogt News / EssentiallySports / October 23

'Hardest Part of This Job': Guardians’ Manager Makes a Blunt Admission as Mariners Rumors Heat Up

“It’s very difficult living on the other side of the country, especially with my kids’ ages.” The Cleveland Guardians’ manager, Stephen Vogt, made it clear that the biggest drawback of his job is being miles away from family.

Kahlil Watson News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Guardians’ Kahlil Watson Undergoes Core Muscle Surgery

The Guardians announced this week that outfielder Kahlil Watson underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a bilateral core muscle (sports hernia) injury. The team didn’t provide an exact timetable for his recovery but noted that similar cases tend to come with a timeframe of eight to 12 weeks for returning to play.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Parker Messick News / New Baseball Media / October 22

Looking at Parker Messick’s Breakout 2026 Season

We continue our lengthy look at great 2026 MLB breakout stories with Guardians pitcher Parker Messick. Parker Messick was, arguably, the top pitching prospect in the Cleveland Guardians’ system.

Stephen Vogt News / Yardbarker / October 22

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt shuts down Mariners rumor with four words

It only took four words for Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt to shut down rumors of his departure from the American League Central champions.

Top candidates to replace Kurt Suzuki as Angels manager

Steven Kwan is being linked to two teams after Guardians' playoff exit

Brian Cashman announces a big update on his Yankees future

The impact Jake Bloss could have for the Blue Jays in 2027

'This is unprecedented': Dodgers provide Shohei Ohtani pitching update

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

5 candidates to replace Kurt Suzuki as Angels manager

Suzuki's only season at the helm ended with a 62-100 record, the first 100-loss season in franchise history.

Why Angels moved on from Kurt Suzuki and who could replace him as manager

The 'MLB Miscellaneous Milestones' quiz

Gavin Williams News / EssentiallySports / October 21

'Baseball’s Tough': Gavin Williams Speaks Out as Guardians’ Controversial Pitching Decision Boomerangs

One decision can change the course of a postseason, and for the Cleveland Guardians, the decision to rest Gavin Williams proved costly when the Guardians lost Game 6, eliminating any chance for Game 7.

Steven Kwan News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23

Steven Kwan is being linked to two teams after Guardians' playoff exit

The Cleveland Guardians’ World Series dream is over, and now they may have some hard decisions to make. Guardians star outfielder Steven Kwan could be on the trade block after the team’s ALCS exit, Robert Murray of FanSided reported Tuesday.

Austin Hedges News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Austin Hedges Makes Feelings Clear on MLB Future After Guardians Elimination

Austin Hedges made his feelings about his future with the Cleveland Guardians clear after their season ended Monday night. The veteran catcher hopes to return to Cleveland rather than see his time with the organization come to an end.

Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / October 19

Freddy Peralta's Game 6 performance leads Rays to World Series

Freddy Peralta's dominant Game 6 performance leads Rays to World Series

The Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians faced off in a critical ALCS Game 6 on Monday. The Rays' pitching has helped carry the team deep into the postseason, as Drew Rasmussen has maintained a dominant 1.29 ERA.

Rays' bats come alive as they even ALCS against Guardians

Guardians burned by massive fielding blunder in Game 4 loss

Drew Rasmussen leads Rays to pivotal Game 5 victory over Guardians

Brewers closer to first World Series championship in franchise history

Brewers NLCS sweep may not mean World Series championship

Why the Brewers-Rays World Series matchup is special

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'XBH-leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to record the most extra base hits for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

Drew Rasmussen News / Yardbarker / October 18

Drew Rasmussen leads Rays to pivotal Game 5 victory over Guardians

The right-hander helped lead the team to a 3-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.

Rays' bats come alive as they even ALCS against Guardians

Guardians burned by massive fielding blunder in Game 4 loss

Brewers move one step closer to first World Series championship

Red Sox could lose Sonny Gray to free agency

Three questions for the Toronto Blue Jays this offseason

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 18

Rays' bats come alive as they even ALCS against Guardians

The ALCS is now essentially a best-of-three.

Brewers NLCS sweep may not mean World Series championship

Brewers' Jake Bauers wins NLCS MVP after breakout postseason performance

A long-frustrated fan base is guaranteed to experience World Series glory

Pat Riley loses big on Dodgers' playoff upset

Dodgers infielder expresses unhappiness about his playing time

Three questions for the Minnesota Twins this offseason

Gavin Williams News / Yardbarker / October 15

Guardians ace Gavin Williams makes postseason history in Game 3 victory

Cleveland Guardians ace Gavin Williams made postseason history in his team's 3-2 Game 3 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.

Guardians use dominant pitching to edge Rays, take 2-1 series lead

Uncertain forecast affects ALCS Game 4 pitching plans for Guardians, Rays

Dave Roberts' Blake Snell decision vindicates Kevin Cash years later

2026 American League Gold Glove finalists announced

The 'MLB K-leaders by league' quiz

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker / October 14

Jose Ramirez reacts to nightmare fourth inning in Game 2 ALCS loss to Rays

Ramirez's pair of brutal mistakes in the bottom of the fourth inning led to the Rays scoring three runs.

Chase DeLauter gives Jose Ramirez his flowers after Guardians steal Game 1 of ALCS from Rays

Freddy Peralta should be even happier he's no longer a Met after leading Rays to win over Guardians in Game 2 of ALCS

Guardians' Jose Ramirez on verge of setting a franchise playoff record

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / October 14

Freddy Peralta should be even happier he's no longer a Met after win

Freddy Peralta should be even happier he's no longer a Met after leading Rays to win over Guardians in Game 2 of ALCS

Peralta pounded his chest as he exited the mound in his final inning. Consider that an emotional release from a pitcher who was once considered one of Major League Baseball's most underwhelming players.

Jose Ramirez gets the memes for his costly error in ALCS Game 2

Reviewing the Rays, Angels and Reds three-team trade

Yankees icon shares one way Aaron Boone is different than Joe Torre

Mariners may hire new manager away from division rival

The 'MLB annual save leaders' quiz