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Chase DeLauter embraces hot start as Guardians host Cubs

Cleveland Guardians rookie Chase DeLauter has appeared in three home games in his young career, two of them during the 2025 American League wild-card series, when he made his major league debut.

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Cubs vs. Guardians Game 2: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 4

Cubs vs. Guardians: Saturday night in Cleveland has got sneaky intrigue written all over it. The Chicago Cubs are looking to bounce back, while the Cleveland Guardians want to keep control of the series.

Alfonsin Rosario News / Covering the Corner / April 4

Minor League Recap – Rosario Launches Two, Zibin Strikes Out Eight

IND 11 – COL 10 Box Score The Clippers had another exciting game, ultimately falling just short of a victory. The Clippers offense has hit the ground running to start the season, with multiple players contributing in big ways each game.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 3

Guardians Nab Home Opener Win

Well. What a game. Cantillo was nearly perfect this afternnon, going 5 1/3 innings of “1-run” ball. He notched 6 strikeouts, walking only 2. I put 1-run ball in quotations because, if you watched the game, that run being earned is nonsense.

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Chase DeLauter News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 3

Chase DeLauter's Red-hot Bat Leads the Guardians to Home Win Over Chicago

It's nice to get revenge. Even if it is 10 years late. The 2026 campaign marks 10 seasons since Cleveland fell to Chicago in the 2016 World Series, a series that will forever be etched into the minds of Guardians fans.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Erik Sabrowski News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 3

How Erik Sabrowski’s Elite Start to the 2026 Campaign May Push Him Into a Bigger Role

At 27 years old, Erik Sabrowski was called up to the big leagues for a chance to add a youthful spark to the Cleveland Guardians' bullpen. His first chance came in 2024, where he pitched through eight games and struck out 19 batters.

Travis Bazzana News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 3

How Travis Bazzana Just Increased His Chances of Getting a Call-up to the Majors

It's hard to believe the Cleveland Guardians' front office still hasn't given Travis Bazzana the nod. The former No. 1 overall selection in the 2024 MLB June Amateur Draft has begun the 2026 campaign off on the right foot.

Cleveland Guardians News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Guardians’ Stephen Vogt Shares Chase DeLauter Injury Update After Missing Dodgers Game

The Cleveland Guardians got good news Friday on their hottest hitter. Rookie outfielder Chase DeLauter, who fouled a ball off his foot during the team’s

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 3

What to Expect for the 2026 Cleveland Guardians Home Opener

It's finally here. After months and months of waiting, the Cleveland Guardians will officially play in the Home Opener against the Chicago Cubs later today.

Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / April 3

Why The Cleveland Guardians West Coast Trip Was Successful

It was a difficult start to the season for the Cleveland Guardians, facing both Seattle and the LA Dodgers away from home. Impressively, however, they ended that stretch an with an admirable 4-3 record.

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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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 3

Three MLB rookies who could be next in line for extensions

Three teams — the Milwaukee Brewers, Seattle Mariners and Pittsburgh Pirates — have handed out long-term extensions to their top prospects.

Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

Konnor Griffin megadeal would be franchise-shifting moment for Pirates

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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 3

Guardians News and Notes: Happy Home Opener

The Guardians had a day off and will open Progressive Field for 2026 against the Cubs at 4:10PM ET today. You can read about today’s festivities here. Hockey Gold Medalist Milano Cortina will throw out the first pitch.

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Travis Bazzana News / Covering the Corner / April 3

Minor League Recap: Bazzana walks off for Columbus, pitching prospects shine

This game was a back and forth battle, featuring several clutch moments for Guardians prospects and some established veterans. Nolan Jones had one of the biggest hits of the day, a clutch two-run home run in the sixth inning to put the Clippers on the board.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 2

Guardians Analysis: Cutter Inc.

Corey Kluber is no stranger to Cleveland. After José Ramírez, there isn’t a player with fabrics tied more tightly to the city and its baseball team in the 2010’s than the two-time Cy Young winner.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 2

Why Gavin Williams, Not Tanner Bibee, Is Real Cleveland Guardians Ace

Gavin Williams had a not-so-great start to 2026, but his second start of the year showed Guardians fans and executives alike that he is the true ace of this ball club.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 2

This Member of the Cleveland Guardians is Excited for the Home Opener on Friday

The Cleveland Guardians are surging to begin the 2026 MLB regular season. If you had said that the Guardians split the season-opening series against the Seattle Mariners and then beat the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the following series, 2-1, many would've said you were crazy.

Gavin Williams News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 2

Gavin Williams’ Thoughts Following His Winning Performance Against the Dodgers

Gavin Williams put his struggle-filled season opening performance behind him on Wednesday, April 1. The 26-year-old pitched through seven innings while on the mound against the Los Angeles Dodgers, putting on a clinic against some of the league's best bats.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 2

Watching the First Full Slate of Guardians’ Affiliates

Today is the first day that all Cleveland Guardians’ minor league affiliates will play baseball (weather-permitting) – rejoice! The new look Hill City Howlers will take on the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers at 7pm ET in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Cleveland Guardians News / Hoops Wire / April 2

Cavs arena included in Cleveland plan to shift repair costs to users

The Cavaliers could be at the center of a new funding plan in downtown Cleveland. According to Cleveland.com, Mayor Justin Bibb is exploring a proposal that would raise up to $9 million for repairs at Rocket Arena and Cleveland Guardians games by adding small fees to tickets, concessions, parking and merchandise.

Gavin Williams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2