Cleveland Guardians: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Logan Allen News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 18

Logan Allen Presented Another Opportunity To Impress Major League Staff

For the first time all season, the Cleveland Guardians are going to add a new body to it's starting rotation. That is, if weather permits. After poor air

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 18

Comeback in Motion for Guardians Veteran Pitcher After Tommy John Surgery

Signing a two-year minor league deal with the Cleveland Guardians this past offseason, right-handed pitcher Ben Lively set himself up nicely to work his way back into the organization's fold.

C.J. Kayfus News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Guardians’ CJ Kayfus Undergoes Season-Ending Ankle Surgery

The Guardians announced yesterday that first baseman/outfielder CJ Kayfus sustained both a fracture and ligament damage in his right ankle during a Triple-A game last Sunday. Kayfus underwent surgery to fix the injuries and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season, though the club expects him to be ready for the start of Spring Training.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / July 18

Guardians News: Let’s Play Two… Hopefully

After the smoke issues yesterday, the Guardians will play two games today. Gavin Williams will face off against the Pirates’ Jared Jones at 1:10 and Logan Allen is up as the 27th man to face TBD at 7:10.

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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.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / July 18

Minor League Recap – RubberDucks Offense Pops Off

IND 0 – COL 1 Suspended in the Top of the 4th The Columbus Clippers, after monitoring the air quality, started the game as scheduled. Rorik Maltrud got the start for the Clippers.

Stephen Vogt News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 17

Stephen Vogt Thinks a Mental Reset Is the Key for the Guardians

Sometimes, all guys need is a chance to catch their breath. After spending a little over two weeks on the injured list, when Cleveland Guardians rookie outfielder Chase DeLauter returned, he looked like a brand-new player.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 17

4 Current Guardians Who Were Put on Notice by the 2026 MLB Draft

The Cleveland Guardians are set to resume the second half of the 2026 MLB regular season after a strong showing at the All-Star Game. Their hopes are that they’ll be able to continue to win games and hopefully take a lead in their division to contend again this year.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Pirates-Guardians MLB game postponed because of air quality conditions

The opening game of the weekend series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Guardians won’t be played as scheduled. On Friday, the Guardians announced that the first game of the three-game set at Progressive Field was postponed because of poor air quality conditions in the Cleveland area.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 17

Guardians Utility Undergoes Surgery After Brutal Leg Injury

The Cleveland Guardians avoided injuries for many of the early months this season. But after summer rolled around and the workload ramped up, players started dropping.

Angel Martinez News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 17

Angel Martinez Set to Begin Rehab Assignment After Weeks-Long Injury

The Cleveland Guardians are nearly back to full strength. After a disastrous Saturday night outing against the Detroit Tigers back on Saturday, June 13, where Chase DeLauter, Angel Martinez and José Ramírez all suffered injuries that led to them being placed on the injured list, they are almost all back on the diamond.

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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 / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 17

This Bullpen Trade Target Could Bolster Guardians in Second Half

Mason Montgomery won't knock your socks off. But at just 26 years old, the left-handed reliever could take that next step in his career with the Cleveland Guardians.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Ken Rosenthal hints Jose Ramirez, Angel Martinez may return from injury soon

Cleveland Guardians star Jose Ramirez is recovering from a fractured hamate bone. Meanwhile, Angel Martinez was in the middle of a breakout season before suffering a foot injury.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15

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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.

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.

Cooper Ingle News / Yardbarker / July 1