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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 17

Minor League Recap: Cooper Ingle, Angel Genao and Luke Hill blast off

Every single member of the Columbus Clippers lineup had at least one hit on Saturday, with three top prospects all homering. Cooper Ingle led the way, going 2-for-5 with a three-run home run.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 17

The Writing on the Wall: Bo Naylor and the Guardians’ Changing Future

— by Mario Crescibene You could see the writing on the wall When they traded Josh Naylor away; The Guardians were already planning To send Bo to Triple-A.

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Khal Stephen News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 17

Spring Training, A Stoic Closer and Khal Stephen's Journey to the Big Leagues

Khal Stephen's path to becoming a member of the Cleveland Guardians put a lot of pressure on him. After injuries kept him off the field for many of the recent years, the Guardians opted to trade away once-ace Shane Bieber to the Toronto Blue Jays.

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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.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / May 16

Guardians Even It Up In Ohio Cup

It was a fun and crucial win for the Guardians tonight after dropping game 1 of the Ohio cup. There were a ton of contributions tonight. Brayan Rocchio continues to be one of the most clutch hitters not only on the Guardians, but in the entire league.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 16

Cleveland Guardians Lean on Elite Bullpen Arms to Beat Cincinnati on Saturday

The Cleveland Guardians may have just shown Major League Baseball it's best bullpen combination. On Saturday, May 16, with the game in the hands of the Cincinnati Reds, 4-2, Cleveland turned away from starting pitcher Joey Cantillo and handed the ball over to the bullpen.

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.

Steven Kwan News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 16

Steven Kwan Moving Out of Leadoff Spot Could Spark 2026 Bounce Back

For the first time since 2022, Steven Kwan is not batting leadoff. On Saturday, May 16, the Cleveland Guardians are shaking things up for four-time Golden Glove award winner Steven Kwan.

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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

Ex-Cleveland star Jason Kipnis reflects on Rajai Davis’ incredible Game 7 home run

Certain feats transcend the outcome of a game and produce enough emotion to last a lifetime. One of the biggest moments in Cleveland baseball history actually came in one of the franchise’s most painful losses, as Rajai Davis hit a two-run homer off potential Hall of Fame closer Aroldis Chapman in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series.

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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.

Khal Stephen News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 16

Exclusive: Question and Answer With Cleveland Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen

The Cleveland Guardians are often lauded for having some of baseball's best pitching prospects. And as the 2026 minor league campaign continues to tick on, that reputation has been on full display across every level of the organization's system.

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Corey Kluber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

Guardians’ Corey Kluber gets brutally honest on 2016 World Series run

The Cleveland Guardians are still chasing the magic that defined their unforgettable 2016 World Series run against the Chicago Cubs. Nearly a decade later, Guardians legend Corey Kluber reflected emotionally on that October heartbreak.

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.

Shawn Armstrong News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / May 15

Guardians Get Update on Shawn Armstrong's Recovery From Groin Strain

Back on April 26, the Cleveland Guardians placed reliever Shawn Armstrong on the injured list with a right groin strain. The right-handed pitcher had been one of the Guardians' high-leverage arms, with his injury paving the way for Colin Holderman's return to the major league roster.

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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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 11

Balanced, patient attack guides Guardians past Angels

Daniel Schneemann, Travis Bazzana and Brayan Rocchio each drove in two runs as the host Cleveland Guardians cruised to a 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday.

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

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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

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