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3 Biggest Mistakes the Guardians Must Avoid in Potential ALDS Sweep

The Cleveland Guardians find themselves backed into a corner against the Chicago White Sox and are on the brink of elimination in the MLB Playoffs. After the Guardians lost Game 2 on Monday 4-3, it seems like a long shot for a team that’s struggling to hit anything to climb back into this race.

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Guardians Announce Major Decision Before Game 3 Against White Sox

The Cleveland Guardians named right-hander Daniel Espino their starter for Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox, turning to the rookie as an opener in a must-win contest.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / October 7

Guardians News: Espino and NL recaps

Our slow march toward… something • Game 3 of the ALDS will be Daniel Espino squaring off against Sean Newcomb Dodgers 3, Braves 1 • The Dodgers moved a hurting superstar down to 5th in their order.

Cleveland Guardians News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Former Cleveland Indians All-Star Has Died

Sam McDowell, the left-hander the Cleveland Indians knew as Sudden Sam, died Monday at his home in The Villages, Florida. He was 84. For 11 seasons, from 1961 through 1971, McDowell was the hardest throw on the Cleveland staff and one of the most feared arms in the American League.

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The 'Playoff HR leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the MLB players with the most home runs in the postseason for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / October 6

King Vogt and the Guardians of the Round Table (ALDS Game 2)

— by Mario Crescibene I. The Battle of Lake Erie Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 II. The Quest for the Holy Grail Interlude Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 III.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 6

Jose Ramirez's Postseason Struggles Becoming a Frustrating Trend

Jose Ramirez and the Cleveland Guardians are on the verge of having an October to forget. Game 3 of the ALDS takes place Wednesday afternoon in what will be an absolutely raucous atmosphere on the South Side of Chicago.

Jose Ramirez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

Guardians’ Jose Ramirez isn’t using injury excuse amid ALDS struggles vs. White Sox

Cleveland Guardians star Jose Ramirez underwent hamate surgery in the middle of the regular season. He struggled at the plate after returning, and his slump has continued into the MLB playoffs.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

Guardians following in White Sox’s footsteps with Game 3 pitching strategy

The Cleveland Guardians went with two starting pitchers to begin the American League Division Series in Parker Messick and Gavin Williams. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox have turned to bullpen games.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 6

White Sox's Sean Newcomb to start ALDS Game 3 — but how has he performed against Guardians so far?

The White Sox lead 2-0 against the Guardians with an opportunity to sweep the best-of-five series in Game 3 at Rate Field.

White Sox hit a historic mark unlike any other in MLB history in win against the Guardians

Sixth-inning rally gives White Sox 2-0 ALDS lead on Guardians

The 'Last playoff complete game by team' quiz

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 6

Former Cleveland LHP Sam McDowell Passes Away

Former Cleveland left-hander Sam McDowell passed away on Monday, the team announced. He was 84 years old. McDowell’s decorated career spanned 15 seasons, 11 of which were spent in Cleveland.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

6-time MLB All-Star Sam McDowell dies at 84

The Cleveland Guardians are taking a moment amidst their postseason run, to celebrate the life of an outstanding Major League Baseball pitcher. Former MLB star Sam McDowell has passed away at the age of 84, the team announced.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Gavin Williams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

Gavin Williams’ stern Game 3 declaration amid 0-2 ALDS deficit for Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians need to find wins in order to survive in the Major League Baseball Playoffs. Cleveland is down 2-0 in their American League Division Series with the Chicago White Sox.

Jose Ramirez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

Guardians must consider unthinkable Jose Ramirez move to salvage ALDS vs. White Sox

There will probably be a statue of Jose Ramirez outside of Progressive Field someday. The seven-time All-Star is one of the best Guardians players in recent memory.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 6

What Guardians Manager Had To Say Following Disappointing Game 2 Loss in ALDS

With franchise legend Len Barker throwing out the first pitch and Browns star defensive end Jared Verse bringing out the game ball, the Cleveland Guardians set the stage for a memorable night.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 6

3 Guardians most to blame for ALDS Game 2 loss to White Sox

The Cleveland Guardians received enough from Gavin Williams to win Monday. They failed to turn that opportunity into a victory. Despite Williams’ 11 strikeouts, the Guardians lost 4-3 to the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of the American League Division Series.

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The 'Last 30-HR hitter by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to hit at least 30 home runs in a season for each MLB franchise most recently can you name in six minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3

White Sox's Grant Taylor matches rare MLB history in win over Guardians

The Chicago White Sox may be MLB's ultimate Cinderella team this postseason, but that doesn't mean the team endorsed by the Pope is ready to go home any time soon.

White Sox gain ALDS edge with Munetaka Murakami HR, shutout pitching

White Sox vs. Guardians: Breaking down the 2026 season series

White Sox set new MLB playoff history in Astros sweep

The biggest question facing every ALDS team

The 'Legal MLB spitballers' quiz

Jo Adell News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Guardians Announce Major Jo Adell Decision Before Game 1

The Cleveland Guardians’ postseason begins with a quiet but telling shift in how manager Stephen Vogt wants to deploy one of the club’s midseason additions.

Cade Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Guardians Closer Cade Smith Explains Why He's Excited for White Sox Series

Cleveland Guardians closer Cade Smith is embracing everything that comes with playing postseason baseball at home. With the Chicago White Sox coming to Progressive Field for the American League Division Series, Smith knows the atmosphere will be different from the regular season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2

White Sox vs. Guardians: Breaking down the 2026 season series

As if 13 regular-season meetings weren't enough, the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians will meet up for at least three more games in the ALDS beginning on Saturday.

The biggest question facing every ALDS team

Guardians reveal starting rotation for ALDS showdown against White Sox

Yankees' Aaron Boone has blunt response on Aaron Judge’s ALDS status

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2

The biggest question facing every ALDS team

We are down to four teams in the American League postseason, and each has a big question to answer in the Division Series round.

Yankees announce Game 1 starter for ALDS against Rays

Guardians reveal starting rotation for ALDS showdown against White Sox

Aaron Judge addresses uncertain status for Yankees' ALDS clash vs. Rays

The 'MLB Playoff strikeout leaders' quiz

Colin Holderman News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Colin Holderman To Undergo Season-Ending Wrist Surgery

The Guardians will start an ALDS matchup against the White Sox on Saturday but right-hander Colin Holderman won’t be on the roster. He told reporters, including Tim Stebbins of MLB.com, that he will undergo right wrist surgery and won’t be able to rejoin the club at any point in October.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1

Guardians reveal starting rotation for ALDS showdown against White Sox

The Guardians have announced their first two starters for the ALDS against the White Sox.

White Sox's Sean Burke had an all-time quote before his playoff debut

Astros deserved boos from their fans in wild-card series vs. White Sox

White Sox's young talent has shifted perception of the Garrett Crochet trade

MLB roundup: Yankees, White Sox, Padres complete wild-card sweeps

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 25

Guardians Outright Connor Brogdon

Right-hander Connor Brogdon cleared waivers and accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus, per Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. Brogdon was designated for assignment on Wednesday.