Cleveland Guardians: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Angel Martinez News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 23

How Angel Martinez Helped Change the Narrative Surrounding the Guardians This Spring

The Cleveland Guardians knew they needed to address the outfield heading into the 2026 campaign. But they ended up doing it in a way not many people expected.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 23

How Angel Martínez Has Solidified a Spot on the Guardians' Opening Day Roster

The Cleveland Guardians are just days away from the start of the 2026 MLB regular season. And throughout the spring, countless players made their respective cases to make the Opening Day roster.

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

Ex-Phillies star Rhys Hoskins lands on Guardians’ Opening Day roster

Jose Ramirez, an elite bullpen, sound defense, savvy base-running and good vibes have enabled the Cleveland Guardians to excel in the Stephen Vogt era.

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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 / March 23

Three Positives From the Final Week in Goodyear, Arizona

We’re just three short days away from the first game of the regular season, and there’s still so much to look forward to. Here are three happy moments from the final week of Spring Training.

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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

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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 23

Guardians News and Notes: Cactus League Play Concluded

The Guardians concluded Cactus League play with an 8-2 win over the Reds. Gavin Williams looked pretty sharp for five innings, striking out three, walking none and giving up five hits and one run.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 22

Final Projected Cleveland Guardians Roster for the 2026 Season Ahead of Opening Day

The Cleveland Guardians have been making countless moves over the last couple of days. And that's because the Guardians are under a week away from the start of the 2026 MLB regular season.

Nolan Jones News / Covering the Corner / March 22

Were the Cleveland Guardians Right to Cut Nolan Jones? A Statistical Analysis

– by Mario Crescibene What a mess! I sat slumped at my desk with my head buried in my arms, lost under an avalanche of scribbled notes and wadded-up pieces of paper.

Travis Bazzana News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 22

Inside Travis Bazzana’s Two-Home Run Performance on Saturday in Spring Training

Travis Bazzana appears to have taken the front office’s decision to start him in the minor leagues in stride. And if anything, he's also trying to show the Cleveland Guardians why he deserves a call-up at some point this season.

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Guardians To Select Rhys Hoskins’ Contract

Rhys Hoskins will break camp with the Guardians, as the New York Post’s Jon Heyman reports that Cleveland will be selecting the first baseman’s contract prior to Opening Day. The Guards will have to make a corresponding move to create space for Hoskins on the 40-man roster.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Guardians Select Codi Heuer, Re-Sign Pedro Avila To MiLB Deal

The Guardians announced this afternoon that they’ve selected the contract of right-hander Codi Heuer and optioned him to Triple-A. The Guardians had space available on their 40-man roster, so a corresponding move was not necessary to complete the transaction.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 22

Three Cleveland Guardians Who Helped Themselves the Most in Spring Training

The 2026 MLB Spring Training window is slowly coming to a close. And many players for the Cleveland Guardians were able to increase their respective stocks with strong performances throughout camp.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Total Pro Sports / March 22

MLB Issues New Directives To Guardians For Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz

Emmanuel Clase and fellow right-handed Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz both started the 2026 season on administrative leave. Both pitchers are currently away from the team for their involvement in a sports betting scandal.

Travis Bazzana News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 21

Guardians' Travis Bazzana Shows Off Slugging Potential—Even vs. Cy Young Winner

The Cleveland Guardians have already confirmed that top prospect Travis Bazzana won't be in the majors to start the 2026 season. But that hasn't stopped the 2024 first-overall draft pick from putting on a show during the final days of spring training.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 21

One Trade the Cleveland Guardians Could Still Make Before Opening Day

If the Cleveland Guardians want to make one more move before the start of the 2026 MLB regular season, there may be a perfect fit on the opposite side of the States.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 21

3 Key Roles the Cleveland Guardians Quietly Locked In This Spring

This spring, the Cleveland Guardians have been focused on weeding out the prospects that aren't ready for big league time early in the 2026 campaign, while also establishing roles in the bullpen for new additions.

Logan Allen News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 21

Inside the Cleveland Guardians' Decision to Option Logan Allen to Triple-A

Following the decision to move on from outfielder Nolan Jones on Friday morning, the Cleveland Guardians have completed another move that shows they are investing in the youth.

Gabriel Arias News / Covering the Corner / March 21

One Last Chance for Gabriel Arias

Guardians fans will see Gabriel Arias as the team’s starting shortstop to begin 2026. How long will he stay there? Readers of this blog may recall that

Peyton Pallette News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 21

How Peyton Pallette Earned an Opening Day Roster Spot For the Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians' most impactful decision of the offseason may have occurred during the MLB Winter Meetings. And no, it wasn't an eye-popping free agent signing or blockbuster trade, but rather the selection of right-handed pitcher Peyton Pallette.

Cleveland Guardians News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Cleveland Guardians Take Surprising Roster Decision On Slugger Ahead Of Opening Day

The Cleveland Guardians aren’t exactly easing into Opening Day mode. With roster spots tightening and expectations building for 2026, Cleveland has pulled off a move that had execs around the league doing a double-take.