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Marlins hope to finish strong first half by avoiding sweep vs. Guardians

Cleveland Guardians left-hander Joey Cantillo, who has a 1.80 ERA in two July starts, isn't easy to hit. Cantillo, who will start against the host Miami Marlins on Sunday as the Guardians look for a three-game sweep, has an over-the-top delivery that gives batters fits.

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Guardians News: More Wins, More Young Talent

The Guardians beat the Marlins and selected four players in the first four rounds of the 2026 major league draft. Patrick Bailey doubled in some key insurance runs late yesterday.

Tanner Bibee News / Covering the Corner / July 12

Guardians Secure Series Win With Bibee Gem

The offense did enough to win today, and finally had some timely hits for once, but the story of today’s game was Tanner Bibee and the bullpen. The K/BB ratio wasn’t pretty for Bibee, but you can never complain about 6.2 innings of one run ball.

Steven Kwan News / Field Level Media / July 11

Steven Kwan saves run, drives in 2 as Guardians beat Marlins

Nine-hole hitter Steven Kwan lined a two-out, two-strike, two-run double and also produced a run-saving defensive gem, leading the Guardians to a 4-1 win over the host Miami Marlins on Saturday afternoon.

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Cleveland Guardians News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Cleveland Guardians select Florida RHP Liam Peterson in 2026 MLB Draft

Florida right-handed pitcher Liam Peterson was selected by the Cleveland Guardians with the No. 19 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. He made 47 starts during his college career.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Covering the Corner / July 11

Futures on the Corner: Matt’s Draft Day Manifesto | Hitters

Just hours away from Day One of the MLB Draft, and I’ve got some bats to keep in mind at picks 19 and 59. Lebron to Cleveland may be happening sooner than anyone realizes!

Chase DeLauter News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Chase DeLauter Proving to be X-Factor in Guardians' Lineup

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter got off to a blazing start in his first full season following his MLB Debut last postseason. The 24-year-old hit four home runs in Cleveland's first three games against the Seattle Mariners.

Parker Messick News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 11

Parker Messick’s Empowering Pitching Helps To Extinguish Miami Marlins

The Cleveland Guardians left their mark in Miami for the first of their three games series, beating the Marlins 3-2 on Friday. The team arrived in Miami for a big opener to duel with the fish before they take the next week off during the All-Star break, and the good guys sure didn’t disappoint.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / July 10

Rookies Parker Messick, Chase DeLauter push Guardians past Marlins

Parker Messick took a no-hit-bid into the sixth inning, and Chase DeLauter slugged a two-run homer as the Cleveland Guardians cooled off the host Miami Marlins 3-2 on Friday night.

Parker Messick News / Field Level Media / July 10

Guardians All-Star Parker Messick returns to home state to face Marlins

Cleveland Guardians All-Star rookie Parker Messick is returning to his home state of Florida this weekend as he is set to start on Friday night against the host Miami Marlins.

Gavin Williams News / Field Level Media / July 9

Gavin Williams fans 11 as Guardians avoid sweep by Twins

Gavin Williams matched a season high with 11 strikeouts and the Cleveland Guardians belted three solo homers in a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday afternoon in Minneapolis.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9

Former slugger argues this Guardians player should have made All-Star game

The Cleveland Guardians have three All-Stars this year. All three players are set to participate in the game for the first time in their careers, as seven-time All-Star Jose Ramirez is injured and is not in the game this season.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9

Guardians rumors: Why Cleveland could ‘tempt’ Brewers into trading outfielder with .831 OPS

We are right in the middle of MLB Trade Deadline conversations. Teams are speaking with one another daily, looking to improve or rebuild their rosters.

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Guardians’ reliever drops honest take on injury scare during Twins game

It has been an up-and-down season for the Cleveland Guardians. The Guardians’ bullpen has been solid this year, led by All-Star Cade Smith, who has 26 saves this year.

Cleveland Guardians News / Stadium Rant / July 9

Guardians Trade Rumors: Best Fits For Cleveland At The MLB Trade Deadline

The Cleveland Guardians have been treading water of late with some of their top players on the IL. They are still just a game back from first in the division, but could use some help to make a true push into the playoffs.

Cade Smith News / Just Baseball / July 8

Cade Smith Deserves More Praise

The Cleveland Guardians have developed one of baseball’s best reputations for identifying and developing high-end power relievers. So when perennial All-Star

Ralphy Velazquez News / Just Baseball / July 7

‘Doing It Faster Than Anybody Else’: The Impressive Ascent of Ralphy Velazquez

COLUMBUS, Ohio — It had already been a busy morning for Ralphy Velazquez. A few social media video hits, signing autographs for a local little league team, and wrapping up with a guest appearance on MLB Network.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker / July 6

Guardians share big Jose Ramirez injury update amid frustrating homestand

Ramirez has been out since June 13.

Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen To Undergo UCL Surgery

Khal Stephen News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5

Guardians Prospect Khal Stephen To Undergo UCL Surgery

Guardians pitching prospect Khal Stephen will undergo a UCL-related surgery this week, team president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti told reporters (including MLB.com’s Tim Stebbins). Dr.

Stuart Fairchild News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Stuart Fairchild Elects Free Agency

Stuart Fairchild elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Guardians last week, reports Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. The outfielder went unclaimed on outright waivers and has the three years of MLB service that gives him the right to explore the market.

Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / July 3

Few Contenders Need Bats More Than the Guardians

In a season that has seen the Cleveland Guardians struggle at the plate as much as nearly any team in baseball, they remain firmly in the thick of the American League playoff race.

Cooper Ingle News / Yardbarker / July 1

Guardians' Cooper Ingle reacts to brutal mistake after loss to Rangers

Cleveland Guardians rookie Cooper Ingle committed what will go down as one of the most brutal mistakes of the 2026 MLB season.

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Cooper Ingle News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Guardians rookie commits the worst outfield blunder of the season

Cooper Ingle pulled a Larry Walker during Tuesday’s game. Ingle and the Cleveland Guardians faced off Tuesday against the Texas Rangers. In the seventh inning at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio, the Rangers had a runner on second with one out and the score tied 2-2.