Cleveland Guardians: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Parker Messick News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 4

What Went Wrong in Parker Messick's Postseason Debut for Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians were stifled against the White Sox on Saturday. After losing to Chicago 3-0 in a poor performance all around, Cleveland must now turn their attention to Monday afternoon’s game and figure out what they need to do better.

Sean Burke News / TWSN / October 4

Sean Burke’s Success Against Cleveland Makes Him a Major Game 2 Threat

After shutting out the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the American League Division Series 3-0, they are set up nicely entering their next game against the Guardians as they look to gain early control of the series.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3

3 Guardians most to blame for ugly ALDS Game 1 loss vs. White Sox

The Cleveland Guardians loaded the bases twice on Saturday. They finished the game with zero runs in a 3-0 American League Division Series loss to the Chicago White Sox.

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MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 3

3 Takeaways From Guardians ALDS-Opening Loss To White Sox

Cleveland Guardians fans were in their seats, ready and loud at the start of Saturday's ALDS opener against the Chicago White Sox. Unfortunately, they did not have much to cheer about the rest of the afternoon.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Stephen Vogt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3

Guardians’ Stephen Vogt can’t help but gush over White Sox’s Game 1 pitching performance

The Cleveland Guardians suffered a 3-0 loss to the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday. Cleveland couldn’t get anything going offensively, as Chicago’s pitching was on point throughout the contest.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 3

'Frustrated When You Get Shut Out': Guardians’ Manager Speaks Out After White Sox Thrash Them in Game 1

October Baseball is here, and the Chicago White Sox gave us one of the most dominant starts in the postseason. The White Sox shut down the Guardians 3-0, and the Guardians manager knew that was where they lost the game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3

White Sox's Grant Taylor matches rare MLB history in win over Guardians

The Chicago White Sox may be MLB's ultimate Cinderella team this postseason, but that doesn't mean the team endorsed by the Pope is ready to go home any time soon.

White Sox gain ALDS edge with Munetaka Murakami HR, shutout pitching

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MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 3

3 Moments That Changed the Game in ALDS Opener Between Guardians and White Sox

The 2026 MLB Postseason is here. And while the Cleveland Guardians may have gotten a bye in the opening round, punching their ticket straight to the American League Division Series, the Chicago White Sox are in town and ready to play.

Parker Messick News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3

Parker Messick’s stellar rookie season with Guardians draws praise from Hall of Famer

Cleveland Guardians rookie Parker Messick had an All-Star season in 2026. Messick is a strong candidate for the American League Rookie of the Year Award.

Brayan Rocchio News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 3

This One Moment is When Everything Changed For Brayan Rocchio in the Clutch

Brayan Rocchio has become known for his clutch genes. No matter the situation. No matter the circumstances he's dealt. Rocchio delivers when the Cleveland Guardians need him the most.

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Jo Adell News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Guardians Announce Major Jo Adell Decision Before Game 1

The Cleveland Guardians’ postseason begins with a quiet but telling shift in how manager Stephen Vogt wants to deploy one of the club’s midseason additions.

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3

Guardians’ playoff roster for ALDS doesn’t include Rhys Hoskins

The Cleveland Guardians announced their playoff roster for the American League Division Series on Saturday. The biggest previous question about the roster was whether first baseman Rhys Hoskins and reliever Colin Holderman would be available given their injuries.

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Cade Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Guardians Closer Cade Smith Explains Why He's Excited for White Sox Series

Cleveland Guardians closer Cade Smith is embracing everything that comes with playing postseason baseball at home. With the Chicago White Sox coming to Progressive Field for the American League Division Series, Smith knows the atmosphere will be different from the regular season.

Cleveland Guardians News / Viral Sports News / October 2

Former Cleveland Indians Infielder Has Reportedly Died

Dave Rosello, the utility infielder who closed out his major league career with the Cleveland Indians, died Wednesday in Kissimmee, Florida. He was 76.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2

White Sox vs Guardians: Breaking down the 2026 season series

As if 13 regular-season meetings weren't enough, the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians will meet up for at least three more games in the ALDS beginning on Saturday.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2

The biggest question facing every ALDS team

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Colin Holderman News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Colin Holderman To Undergo Season-Ending Wrist Surgery

The Guardians will start an ALDS matchup against the White Sox on Saturday but right-hander Colin Holderman won’t be on the roster. He told reporters, including Tim Stebbins of MLB.com, that he will undergo right wrist surgery and won’t be able to rejoin the club at any point in October.