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Guardians Announce Pitching Move Before Tigers Series

The Cleveland Guardians are 26-22 and sit in first place in the American League Central. However, they're set to be tested with an upcoming four-game series against the Detroit Tigers, beginning on Monday.

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Kolby Allard granted his release from Cleveland

The Guardians granted left-hander Kolby Allard his release yesterday, per Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. Allard had an opt-out clause in his contract, and Cleveland apparently didn’t have a spot for him on the big league roster.

MLB News / Covering the Corner / May 18

Three Positives From the Week of May 10th

A huge week for the Guardians has them near the top of the American League standings. There was plenty to be happy about, both on and off the field this week.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 18

Guardians News and Notes: Guardians’ Turn in Detroit

After a great night for Cleveland in Detroit, the Guardians head to the Motor City to play the Tigers for four days beginning tonight. Let’s hope it goes as well for the Cleveland baseball team as it did for the Cavaliers.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 18

Minor League Recap: Ralphy Velazquez hits two moonshots, Cooper Ingle homers again

Cooper Ingle, we have liftoff! The top Guardians catching prospect went 1-fo-3 with a game-tying solo home run and two walks in Sunday’s 3-2 victory to remain scorching hot.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Gavin Williams News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Gavin Williams Scatters Hits, Holds Reds in Check as Guardians Take Series at Home

It's hard to imagine Gavin Williams liked sitting an extra day before getting back out onto the mound. Instead of getting the nod to start on Saturday, May 16, Williams' appearance on the mound in the series against the Cincinnati Reds was pushed back a day to Sunday, May 17.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 17

Guardians blast six home runs in rout of Reds

Kyle Manzardo led a long-ball barrage with two home runs and Gavin Williams tossed six strong innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians past the visiting Cincinnati Reds, 10-3, on Sunday in the rubber game of the three-game series.

Shawn Armstrong News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Shawn Armstrong Still Not Healthy Enough to Return Yet, Guardians Provide Update

So far, the Cleveland Guardians have been lucky not to be dealt a terrible injury bug. To start the 2026 campaign, not many players on the major league roster have had to miss time due to injury, with the only notable bodies to have been banged up being veteran reliever Shawn Armstrong and shortstop Gabriel Arias.

Andrew Walters News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Guardians Activate Reliever Andrew Walters off 15-Day IL, Option To Triple-A

The Cleveland Guardians have activated another body from the injured list. On Sunday, May 17, the Guardians announced that reliever Andrew Walters was set to be activated off the 15-day IL, following a lengthy stint of injury.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Rocchio, Bazzana Continue Building Chemistry in Middle Infield as Season Progresses

Looking back on the start of the 2025 season, the middle infield was a major question mark for the Cleveland Guardians. It felt like, from an outside view, that the team had no real identity yet.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Angel Martinez News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Angel Martinez's Emergence Has Been Critical For the Guardians' Early-Season Success

Angel Martínez leads the Cleveland Guardians in home runs. Suppose someone had said that before the start of the 2026 MLB regular season, many would've called that person crazy.

Angel Martinez News / Field Level Media / May 16

Angel Martinez helps Guardians rally past Reds

Angel Martinez hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the seventh inning off Pierce Johnson and scored three runs, lifting the Cleveland Guardians to a 7-4 comeback win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Saturday night.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

How Terry Francona impacted Guardians’ decision to draft Travis Bazzana in 2024

Travis Bazzana is one of the league’s most exciting young prospects, as he finally made his MLB debut this season with the Cleveland Guardians. He joined the franchise in the 2024 MLB Draft as the No.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Andrew Miller reflects on Guardians’ incredible 2016 World Series run

The Cleveland Indians (now Cleveland Guardians) were defeated in the 2016 World Series. It was an incredible series that saw the Chicago Cubs win in seven games.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Stephen Vogt’s Chase DeLauter admission will catch Guardians fans’ attention

The Cleveland Guardians contain one of the best rookies in MLB in 2026. Outfielder Chase DeLauter is off to a blazing hot start to the season and is hitting an impressive .381 with a .997 OPS in May.

Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / May 15

Potential Cleveland Guardians Trade Targets

The Cleveland Guardians are once again atop the American League Central. The Guardians’ season has shown development from their top prospects and continued success from key contributors.

Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14

Guardians Outright Connor Brogdon

The Guardians have sent right-hander Connor Brogdon outright to Triple-A Columbus after passing him through waivers, according to Tim Stebbins of MLB.com.

Angel Martinez News / Field Level Media / May 13

Angel Martinez leads Guardians to sweep of Angels

Angel Martinez hit a leadoff homer, stole two bases and scored twice as the Cleveland Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the visiting Los Angeles Angels with a 4-2 win on Wednesday afternoon.

Cleveland Guardians News / Inside The Diamonds / May 13

Cleveland Guardians Roster Moves 05/13/2026

The Cleveland Guardians will look to complete the sweep of the Los Angeles Angels this afternoon. Cleveland improved their record to 23-21 after last night’s 3-2 win.

Travis Bazzana News / Yardbarker / May 11

Why Travis Bazzana feels his transition to MLB has been seamless

CLEVELAND – Travis Bazzana arrived in the major leagues with a pedigree. The Cleveland Guardians selected the second baseman first overall in the 2024 amateur draft from Oregon State.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / May 10

How The Cleveland Guardians Top Prospects Are Performing In 2026

The Cleveland Guardians farm system is the heart and soul of the franchise. Key draft picks and international signings shape the future for the organization.

Pedro Avila News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9

Guardians’ minor leaguer did the most out-of-pocket celebration

Pedro Avila did not exactly keep things family-friendly this week. Avila, a pitcher in the Cleveland Guardians organization, was on the mound Thursday for the Triple-A affiliate Columbus Clippers during their game against the Iowa Cubs (Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs).

Bo Naylor News / Yardbarker / May 9

Guardians option catcher Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus

The Guardians have optioned Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus following the acquisition of two-time Gold Glove winner Patrick Bailey from the San Francisco Giants.

Guardians add another option at catcher in trade with Giants

Guardians get Gold Glove-winning C Patrick Bailey from Giants

Guardians fan’s foul ball fiasco ends in date’s beer bath

The 'Cleveland's 1997 World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 9

Guardians add another option at catcher in trade with Giants

The Cleveland Guardians' catching situation has been a disappointment thus far. A trade with the San Francisco Giants may not lead to a significant change.

Guardians option catcher Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus

Brewers OF Brandon Lockridge lands on IL after crashing into wall

Dave Roberts eases concerns after Tyler Glasnow lands on IL

One big concern made MLB teams pass on Munetaka Murakami

Phillies' Edmundo Sosa expanding versatility under Don Mattingly

Padres' Manny Machado breaks out of slump with monumental HR

Franco Aleman News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8

Guardians To Recall Franco Aleman For MLB Debut

The Guardians are recalling right-hander Franco Aleman from Triple-A Columbus for what will be his major league debut, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com.

Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

Guardians fan’s foul ball fiasco ends in date’s beer bath

During a recent Guardians three-game series against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park, one Cleveland fan tried to snag a foul ball with one hand while gripping a beer in the other.