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Why Steven Kwan was scratched for Guardians-Blue Jays game

The Cleveland Guardians are taking on the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday for their second contest of a three-game series. However, Cleveland will be playing without Steven Kwan, as the club scratched him from the lineup just hours before the start of the game.

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Guardians Announce Steven Kwan News After Removal From Lineup

The Cleveland Guardians have had a strong month of April, as the club sits in first place in the American League Central entering the weekend. Despite Cleveland’s success, they are missing contributions from one of their core players, Steven Kwan.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 25

Minor League Recap – Velazquez Grand Slam Leads to Akron Victory

COL 12 – BUF 6 Box Score Just like the Cleveland Guardians took down the Toronto Blue Jays last night, the AAA affiliates for the two teams had a similar result.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 25

Guardians News and Notes: Survived the Bad Gavin Start

The Guardians had the first bad Gavin Williams start of 2026, took some significant punches from former Guardians Andres Gimenez and Ernie Clement and had Cade Smith allow the first two Blue Jays to reach base in the bottom of the 9th… and still won 8-6.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 24

Angel Martinez blasts pair of 2-run HRs as Guardians top Blue Jays

Angel Martinez launched a pair of two-run home runs Friday night and the visiting Cleveland Guardians held on to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6. Daniel Schneemann had a solo shot for the Guardians in the opener of a three-game series.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Travis Bazzana News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 24

Travis Bazzana’s Recent Surge Puts Big-League Debut Squarely on the Horizon

It's beginning to look like Travis Bazzana will end up in the big leagues this season. On Thursday, April 23, the Cleveland Guardians' Triple-A club, the Columbus Clippers, took on Buffalo for a mid-week contest.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 25

Checking in on how former Blue Jays players are performing in 2026

Let's take a look at three former Blue Jays players from last season and how they're performing with their new clubs.

Blue Jays to use new bullpen approach vs. Guardians

Blue Jays changing approach for closer situation after Jeff Hoffman news

Blue Jays make needed change at closer

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Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / April 24

How on Earth Does José Ramírez Just Keep Getting Better?

In 1901, the team we know today as the Cleveland Guardians played its first major league season. In the 125 years since, the franchise has played nearly 20,000 games, and no one has suited up for more of those contests than José Ramírez.

Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / April 24

The Five Most Surprising Players On The Cleveland Guardians This Season

The Cleveland Guardians 2026 season has gotten off to a solid start. What’s been the recipe for success is the the youth on this roster finally living up to the hype.

Tanner Bibee News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 23

Tanner Bibee Defends His 2026 Season, Saying It's Not a Bad Showing

Tanner Bibee has had an up-and-down start to the 2026 MLB regular season. But although many have been incredibly critical of him through the first five games, both Bibee and manager Stephen Vogt believe he is right where he needs to be.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 23

Cleveland News and Notes – Guardians Drop Series Against Astros

With yesterday’s loss the Guardians dropped another series. Like the previously lost series, there were certainly some disappointing moments against the Astros.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / April 22

Minor League Recap: RubberDucks Win To Avoid Affiliate Sweep

Columbus Clippers 3, Buffalo Bisons 5 The main takeaway from todays game was that Cooper Ingle was removed from the game with a foot injury after starting 2-2.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 22

Turbulent First Inning Has Cleveland Guardians Swimming Upstream vs. Houston

Tanner Bibee's mid-day start began on a rough note, but he was able to right the ship. However, the bats didn't get going in time to support him and the bullpen by the final out.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 22

First Impressions: Taking a Look at the Guardians Pitching Rotation To Start 2026

The Cleveland Guardians aren't a team anyone can overlook. With some of the league's most dynamic and consistent fielders, powerful bats and reliable pitching, the Guardians have amassed an overall record of 14-11 through the 2026 MLB regular season's first 25 games.

Parker Messick News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 22

Rocky Road to Victory: Parker Messick Details Performance in Start That Beat Astros

The Cleveland Guardians weren't going to beat the Houston Astros if they gave up runs early, especially after seeing how Monday night's contest went. And

Austin Hedges News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Guardians’ Austin Hedges explains why he proposed on field after game

The Cleveland Guardians had plenty to celebrate after beating the Baltimore Orioles, but Austin Hedges turned the moment into something unforgettable, an on-field proposal.

Chase DeLauter News / Field Level Media / April 22

Guardians' Chase DeLauter looking to heat up in finale vs. Astros

Chase DeLauter was the most impactful rookie in the majors during the opening weekend of the season, homering four times and driving in five runs over his first three games with the Cleveland Guardians.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / April 21

Inside Chase DeLauter's Game-Winning Triple in the Bottom the Eighth vs. Houston

He was due. After struggling for the past few weeks, it felt like everyone was waiting for Chase DeLauter to provide the Cleveland Guardians with one of his highlight-worthy moments at the plate.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 21

Late 6-run rally carries Guardians past Astros

Rookie Chase DeLauter delivered a go-ahead three-run triple and Kyle Manzardo added a two-RBI single in a six-run eighth inning, rallying the Cleveland Guardians to a 8-5 victory over the visiting Houston Astros on Tuesday night.

Parker Messick News / Just Baseball / April 21

Parker Messick’s Ace Turn Is Driving the Guardians’ Success

The Cleveland Guardians entered the season projected to finish third in the AL Central, yet here they are in first place. They have a knack for finding ways to win even if their roster is not up to par on paper.

Jose Ramirez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 20

Guardians’ Jose Ramirez makes feelings extremely clear on nearing historic feat

As the Cleveland Guardians try to go on a deep playoff run, third baseman Jose Ramirez will have to do plenty of heaving lifting. The fact he has done so over his entire career with the Guardians has put him on the cusp of joining an exclusive list.

Austin Hedges News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Who Is Austin Hedges’ Fiancée Lexi Dickinson? Meet The Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner

Austin Hedges walked into Progressive Field on April 19, 2026, expecting a clean finish to a solid night of baseball. He, however, walked out with something a lot bigger. After the Cleveland Guardians’ 8-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles, the veteran catcher turned a regular postgame scene into a life moment.

Parker Messick News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Fantasy Baseball 2026: Who Is Parker Messick and Is His Historic Start Sustainable?

Guardians Rookie Parker Messick came within three outs of a no-hitter in his last start, moving to a 3-0 record with a 1.05 ERA. Considering that he was projected for a 4.00+ ERA this season, but his starts so far have come versus the Dodgers, Cubs, Braves, and Orioles so he is not feasting on the bottom teams.

Parker Messick News / Yardbarker / April 17

Parker Messick has quickly become the Guardians ace

The Cleveland Guardians franchise has not had a no-hitter pitched in nearly 45 years. That’s currently the longest streak of any team in Major League Baseball, with their last one coming in as a perfect game from right-hander Len Barker on May 15, 1981.

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Kolby Allard News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Kolby Allard Elects Free Agency

Left-hander Kolby Allard has elected free agency after being sent outright to Triple-A Columbus, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment earlier this week.

Parker Messick News / Yardbarker / April 17