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Cleveland Guardians Opening Day Roster Projection 3.0: Leaning on Young Hitters

As the Cleveland Guardians prepare for their final spring training home game on March 22nd manager Stephen Vogt and the rest of the coaching staff still have several roster decisions to make prior to the season opener on March 26th in Seattle and meet the require cut down to 26 players.

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Guardians Release Pedro Avila

Right-hander Pedro Avila is heading back to the open market. Per Tim Stebbins of MLB.com, the righty was informed he would not be making the Opening Day roster with the Guards and was granted his release, perhaps indicating he had some kind of opt-out in his deal.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 17

Can the Guardians Find Enough At-Bats for All of Their Logjammed Positions?

The Cleveland Guardians have some tough decisions to make. As the 2026 regular season approaches, the major league roster will have to be cut down to 26 players, making the road ahead difficult as the Guardians attempt to weed out prospects and potentially even experienced players who aren't up to par.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 17

How to Predict the 2026 Cleveland Guardians’ Season

I need to put together my predictions for the Cleveland Guardians in 2026 and I am at a loss. Inside me are two wolves: One wolf fiercely believes in this manager, this organization’s ability to get the most out of a little, in Jose Ramirez, and in Austin Hedges.

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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.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 17

This Characteristic of José Ramírez Makes Him So Valuable for Cleveland Guardians

Not many players have done what José Ramírez has in 13 seasons of professional ball. Since joining the Cleveland Guardians back in 2013, Ramírez has been an incredible talent, belting home runs, locking down third base and leading the locker room through bumps in the road.

Chase DeLauter News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Chase DeLauter's Guardians Journey: Injury Bounce-Back & Top-100 Prospect Hype in 2026

Chase DeLauter’s path to the majors has been anything but linear, blending elite tools, persistent injuries, and a real Opening Day opportunity in Cleveland’s crowded outfield.

Cleveland Guardians News / ESPN / March 16

Guardians 3B Ramírez (shoulder) day-to-day

Guardians third baseman Jose Ramírez appears to have avoided major injury and is considered day-to-day after leaving Sunday's spring training game against the Athletics because of a sore left shoulder, manager Stephen Vogt said Monday.

Cleveland Guardians News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Stephen Vogt Announces Jose Ramirez News After Leaving Spring Training Game

The Cleveland Guardians have been one of MLB’s most successful small‑market teams, consistently remaining in the playoff picture despite operating under a tight payroll.

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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.

Travis Bazzana News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 16

Travis Bazzana Will Not Make Guardians’ Opening Day Roster

The Guardians are not planning to carry second base prospect Travis Bazzana on the Opening Day roster. According to Tim Stebbins of MLB.com, Bazzana has been informed he won’t make the team but will remain in big league camp for a few more days.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / March 16

Why The Cleveland Guardians Youth Movement Is So Exciting in 2026

When baseball fans think of some of the best young teams, many people think about the Cleveland Guardians. According to ESPN’s 2026 farm system rankings, The Guardians come in at #2.

Angel Martinez News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 16

How Angel Martinez Is Quietly Making Strong Case To Make Cleveland Guardians’ Roster

Spring Training is beginning to wrap up, as we are ten days away from Opening Day in MLB. With the World Baseball Classic underway, many teams have given players lower on their rosters a chance to prove themselves.

Stuart Fairchild News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 16

Stuart Fairchild Is Itching for a Spot in the Big Leagues With the Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians' coaching staff and front office are going to have a tough decision if Stuart Fairchild continues thriving. Following the start

Jose Ramirez News / Field Level Media / March 16

Guardians 3B Jose Ramirez evaluated for sore shoulder

Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez is being evaluated for a sore left shoulder after leaving Sunday's spring training game, Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt said Monday.

Junior Caminero News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 16

Why the Cleveland Guardians’ Trade of Junior Caminero Is Overblown

Now, now, before any feathers are ruffled, yes, this was a very, very rough trade for the Cleveland Guardians. Looking back on it multiple years later,

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 16

Three Positives From Goodyear, Arizona

In a week full of World Baseball Classic games, Guardians players have been finding success in Goodyear and in Houston. In Friday night’s WBC game between the United States and Canada, Guardians’ catcher Bo Naylor had a big night for his native Canada.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 16

Guardians News and Notes: All Eyes On Jose’s Shoulder

Jose Ramirez left the game early yesterday after sliding into third base on a successful steal attempt and jamming his shoulder and if it affects him this season, I will lose my sanity.

Cleveland Guardians News / ESPN / March 15

Guardians' Ramírez jams shoulder on slide, exits

Guardians third baseman José Ramírez left Sunday's spring training game against the Athletics with a sore left shoulder after jamming it sliding into third base, manager Stephen Vogt said.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 15

Why José Ramírez Left the Guardians' Spring Training Game Early on Sunday

It's hard not to hold your breath when a negative headline with José Ramírez's name starts circulating. But fortunately, it seems that he's going to be okay.

Jose Ramirez News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15

Jose Ramirez Day-To-Day With Shoulder Inflammation

Guardians superstar Jose Ramirez made an early exit from today’s Spring Training game due to what manager Stephen Vogt described postgame (to MLB.com’s

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 15

Cleveland Guardians Musical Chairs: Who Will Be Left Without a Roster Spot?

– by Mario Crescibene Case Filed March 15, 2026 | Cleveland, Ohio “You don’t got a clue, Mario!” Frankie de la Noche‘s voice cut across the desk like a verdict.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / March 7

Trial of Guardians pitchers moved to November

The federal trial for two Cleveland Guardians pitchers accused of rigging pitches in exchange for a kickback from bettors has been moved to November. The trial of pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz was scheduled to start May 4 in the Eastern District of New York, but Judge Kiyo A.