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Cleveland Guardians Make Roster Decision With Triston McKenzie

Triston McKenzie once looked like the future ace of the Cleveland Guardians' rotation. However, an injury-riddled 2023, a disappointing 2024, and a tough start to the 2025 season forced the organization to designate him for assignment.

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Guardians playoffs chances take big hit after Braves sweep

The Cleveland Guardians have an uphill climb if they want to make the 2025 playoffs

Gavin Williams News / Covering the Corner / August 17

Gavin Williams Y La Resaca Del No-Hitter: Un Análisis Estadístico Con Profe Saber

Los No-Hitters Son El Santo Grial Del Béisbol… ¿Pero Vienen Con Un Precio? Hola, clase. Soy Profe Saber, y hoy vamos a embarcarnos en una aventura estadística.

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Cleveland Guardians News / ESPN / August 17

Guardians add Herrin, drop Cantillo in lefty swap

The Guardians have recalled left-hander Tim Herrin and optioned lefty Joey Cantillo to Triple-A Columbus.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 17

Guardians Provide Injury Updates On Chase DeLauter, Juan Brito, Khal Stephen

The Cleveland Guardians were hoping that many of their in-season upgrade would come within their own farm system. There were a number of prospects at the start of the season ready to make the jump to the big leagues, but injuries got in the way of that.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 17

Guardians Shake Up Pitching Staff With New Roster Moves

The Cleveland Guardians’ pitching staff was one of the best in baseball the previous six weeks. However, the starters and relievers are starting to show signs of fatigue, leading to some rough outings for Cleveland’s arms.

Tim Herrin News / Sporting News / August 17

Guardians option promising young southpaw, recall Tim Herrin

Cleveland Guardians option promising young lefty and recall reliever Tim Herrin ahead of Sunday's series final with the Atlanta Braves.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / August 17

Guardians Minor League Recap: Bazzana Triples

Clippers 4, Mud Hens 3 Travis Bazzana was 1 for 2 with a triple and two walks, and his sacrifice bunt set up Kahlil Watson’s two-run RBI single to put the Clippers up.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 17

This Guardians Prospect Has Taken Off Following Recent Promotion

Last Sunday, the Cleveland Guardians made a handful of transactions throughout their farm system. The most notable move that got the most attention was Travis Bazzana being called up to Triple-A, taking one step closer to his MLB debut.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / August 17

Guardians News and Notes: Welp. They’re Bad Again

The Guardians have been outscored 12-1 by the Braves so far. That’s not gonna help the old run differential. I don’t know about you all, but I enjoy the Guardians winning and competing for a wildcard.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / August 16

Guardians 1, Braves 10: That Was Rough

That was easily one of the roughest games the Guardians have had this season. There weren’t many positives to focus on. Steven Kwan and Brayan Rocchio had two hits each, that’s about it.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 16

Cleveland Guardians Make Heartwarming Gesture To Tom Hamilton

Just behind the center field wall in Progressive Field lies Heritage Park. It’s home to players who have left an unwavering impact on the organization during their career and deserve to have their names etched in franchise history.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 16

The Guardians Have A New Closer, And He's Thriving In That Role

When the Cleveland Guardians learned that Emmanuel Clase would be placed on administrative leave amid an MLB investigation, Stephen Vogt initially said the team would go "closer by committee" instead of appointing one pitcher to that position.

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John Means News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 16

Guardians' John Means Reflects After First Rehab Start

Reinforcements could be on their way for the Cleveland Guardians' pitching staff. Even though the organization traded away Shane Bieber on deadline day, they still have another former All-Star pitcher rehabbing in the minor leagues from Tommy John Surgery: John Means.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 15

Guardians, in tight wild-card battle, open series vs. Braves

All-Star third baseman Jose Ramirez is the best player on the Cleveland Guardians, but Austin Hedges might be the most important person in the clubhouse.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / August 14

Jose Ramirez, Gabriel Arias power Guardians to comeback win over Marlins

Gabriel Arias drove in two runs, Jose Ramirez scored three times and had three hits, and Tanner Bibee won his fifth straight as the Cleveland Guardians rallied to beat the visiting Miami Marlins 9-4 on Thursday night.

Jose Ramirez News / Fastball on SI / August 13

Jose Ramirez Keeps Making History as Cleveland Guardians Keep Staying Hot

The Cleveland Guardians stayed hot on Tuesday night, defeating the Miami Marlins 4-3 at Progressive Field. Cleveland is now 62-56 on the season, and they've won 22 of their last 30 games.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker / August 12

Jose Ramirez sets franchise record as Guardians continue turnaround

Jose Ramirez sets franchise record as resurgent Guardians continue remarkable turnaround

The Guardians are taking care of business.

King of New York: Pete Alonso breaks major Mets all-time record

Brewers officially have a legit MVP candidate

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Cade Smith News / Just Baseball / August 12

Cade Smith Is Getting a Chance To Flex His Closer Muscles

The Cleveland Guardians have a perennially good bullpen. Their relief corps has ranked among the best in the league for several years now, leading the way in 2024 as the best in baseball.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / August 10

Guardians LHP John Means goes 2 innings in rehab start

Cleveland Guardians left-hander John Means made a positive step toward his MLB return from Tommy John surgery, pitching two innings in a bridge game at the team's complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Saturday.