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Guardians Prospect Kahlil Watson Showing Major Signs of Growth in Spring Training

The Cleveland Guardians have a lot of outfielders jarring for time in spring training. They’ve got newcomer veterans, returners from last campaign and prospects itching for an opportunity to make an impact at the big league level, all getting their work in during the early preseason slate.

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Spring Training: All Eyes on Pitchers

We are finally back. Now a week into Spring Training, quite a few pitchers are showcasing a lot of intriguing tweaks and adjustments to their arsenals, starting with Gavin Williams.

Chase DeLauter News / Covering the Corner / February 28

Guardians News and Notes: DeLauter Ok, Just DeLayed

Numerous sources, including the Athletic’s Zack Meisel and Cleveland.com’s Terry Pluto, have reported that Chase DeLauter is fine, the team is taking precautions they wouldn’t during the season, and he will be back in games on Monday.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / February 27

Top 20 Covering the Corner prospects by the numbers

With top 20 voting for Cleveland Guardians prospects in 2026 in our rear view, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the players our readers selected and see what trends and other potential information stands out about them.

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Kyle Manzardo News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Why Kyle Manzardo Could Be The Key To Cleveland Guardians Success in 2026

The Cleveland Guardians enter the 2026 season as one of the teams that can claim the American League Central division. One of the factors is first basemen

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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.

Chase DeLauter News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Why Chase DeLauter's Spring Training Injury Isn’t Concerning for Cleveland Guardians

Well, it was bound to happen eventually in 2026, but this fast certainly does raise eyebrows. On Thursday, Feb. 26, the Cleveland Guardians received unfortunate news that prospect outfielder Chase DeLauter would be unable to play for the team against the Texas Rangers in spring training.

Tim Herrin News / Covering the Corner / February 26

New Pitch Alert! Tim Herrin is Throwing a Cutter.

On the 23rd Tim Herrin made his first appearance of the 2026 Spring, and he brought along a new pitch to talk about. The new cutter is just one of a few changes in Herrin’s game that he showed off a few days ago.

Rhys Hoskins News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Rhys Hoskins’ Latest Comments Leave No Doubt About His Role With Guardians

Rhys Hoskins is ready to make an impact on the Cleveland Guardians. On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Rhys Hoskins sat down to reflect on the 2025 campaign, discussing what he learned from his stop with the Milwaukee Brewers and how he’s focused on reclaiming an everyday role heading into the upcoming campaign with the Guardians.

Cleveland Guardians News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

Cleveland Guardians Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan

The Cleveland Guardians sure are reinventing the wheel, but they’re also tightening the bolts. After back-to-back AL Central titles, the team heads into 2026 doubling down on elite pitching, defensive range, and letting their young bats grow up fast.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / February 26

Best of the Rest: Which unranked Guardians position player prospects should we keep an eye on in 2026?

With seven teams in its minor league system, Cleveland has 165 players under contract heading into the 2026 season, so it’s a bit unfair to stop counting prospects at just the top 20.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Steven Kwan News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

Center of Attention: Steven Kwan and the Guardians’ Outfield Puzzle

For years, center field has been a revolving door for the Cleveland Guardians. If you ask long-time fans to name the last above-average regular, you’ll likely hear the name Grady Sizemore.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 25

Three Takeaways From the Cleveland Guardians’ Spring Training Loss to the Rangers

Well, you can't win them all. On Wednesday, Feb. 25, the Cleveland Guardians fell to the Texas Rangers in their sixth game of spring training, 11-4. The loss marked the team’s second straight.

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Chase DeLauter News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 25

Chase DeLauter Replaced in Cleveland Guardians Spring Training Game on Wednesday

One of the most highly-touted prospects in Cleveland's organization, Chase DeLauter, was announced as a scratch just before the team's outing against the Texas Rangers.

Rhys Hoskins News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 25

Rhys Hoskins Makes Blunt Brewers Admission After Signing With Guardians

His two years with the Milwaukee Brewers may not have gone at all as he planned, but Rhys Hoskins really wasn't that bad last season. In 90 games, Hoskins put up a .748 OPS with 12 home runs and 43 RBIs.

MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 25

Three Takeaways From Guardians' Loss Against Dodgers in Spring Training

The Cleveland Guardians have finally picked up a blemish in the loss column. On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Cleveland fell to the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, 11-3, in a game that got away early.

Noah Syndergaard News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

10 Years Later: Remembering Noah Syndergaard’s Dominant 2016 All-Star Season

Ten years ago, in the summer of 2016, Noah Syndergaard didn’t just make his first All-Star team — he announced himself as one of the most overpowering pitchers in baseball.

MLB News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 24

Guardians' Top Prospect Blasts First Spring Training Home Run Against Dodgers

Spring training games have already been full of top prospects showing off their potential over the last week. And now, one of the most recent top draft picks has thrown his hat into the ring with a majestic home run against the defending World Series champions.

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Rhys Hoskins gets key update after signing with Guardians

Over the weekend, the Cleveland Guardians signed first baseman and DH Rhys Hoskins. Hoskins was one of the few remaining power bats on the free-agent market, and the Guardians are signing him to a one-year, minor-league contract.

Steven Kwan News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Guardians' All-Star Gets Honest on Unexpected Change

Cleveland Guardians All-Star Steven Kwan made his MLB debut four years ago. Kwan has won four career Gold Gloves as well. He's clearly one of the best defensive left fielders in the sport.

Rhys Hoskins News / Yardbarker / February 22

Power-needy Guardians take flier on Rhys Hoskins

The Cleveland Guardians lineup has been an ongoing weakness. A low-cost signing could make a significant difference.

Stephen Vogt addresses if Guardians will name captain after Steve Cohen comments

Yankees' Austin Wells, Guardians' Steven Kwan voice warnings after Tony Clark's MLBPA resignation

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Steven Kwan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Steven Kwan’s potential Guardians center field move draws honest assessment

With the Cleveland Guardians preparing in spring training for the upcoming 2026 season, one change could be coming for outfielder Steven Kwan. As Kwan could undergo a position change for the Guardians this upcoming season, an analyst speaks on why the change could be for the better.