-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
Kansas City Royals News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13
Royals sign former All-Star who had just suffered a torn Achilles
The Kansas City Royals are taking a flier on a former All-Star pitcher on the mend. The Royals announced Friday that they are signing left-handed pitcher John Means to a two-year minor league contract.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
Minor league signing could pay major dividends for Royals
The Kansas City Royals added an intriguing piece to their pitching depth on Friday.
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 13
Royals Sign All-Star Pitcher to 2-Year Deal After Heartbreaking Injury
The Kansas City Royals are gearing up for a postseason push this season. They've made a handful of moves, but it seems like the main goal of the offseason has been to develop the roster and get healthy.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 13
Royals Sign John Means To Minor League Deal
The Royals have an agreement in place with lefty John Means, the team announced. It’s a two-year minor league contract. Means tore his Achilles tendon in December and is likely to miss the 2026 season.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / December 18
LHP John Means tore Achilles ahead of signing with new club
Veteran left-handed pitcher John Means revealed Thursday that he underwent surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon. In an Instagram post, Means said he was on the verge of signing with a new club Tuesday when the injury happened in training.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18
John Means Suffers Achilles Rupture
Free agent left-hander John Means suffered an Achilles rupture while working out this week, he announced on social media. He underwent successful surgery yesterday.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 7
What the Guardians' decision to keep outfielder Will Brennan means for 2026
Will Brennan will stay with the Cleveland Guardians. Well, at least for now. On Thursday, Nov. 6, the front office of the Guardians opted to keep Brennan in the red and navy blue, activating him off the injured list in preparation for spring training.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 7
Guardians decline pitcher's $6M option, granting him free agent status
The Cleveland Guardians are gearing up for the 2026 season, and on Thursday, they allowed a pitcher who never took the mound for the team to explore free agency.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6
Guardians decline former All-Star's club option
The Guardians have declined their $6M option on left-hander John Means. He is now a free agent.
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.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5, 2025
Nine MLB contract options to keep an eye on in September
The final push of the 2025 season is upon is, which means postseason chases for fans lucky enough to root for contending clubs and offseason dreams for those whose clubs are already out of the running.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 31, 2025
Cleveland Guardians' 3 Realistic Options for September Call-Ups
September is nearly upon us, and for the Cleveland Guardians and the rest of the teams in MLB, that means they’ll have more options for their big league
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 16, 2025
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.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / August 11, 2025
Guardians' John Means Takes Encouraging Step Toward MLB Return
The Cleveland Guardians' pitching staff has been largely solid over the last few months. However, they could be getting an All-Star arm back in the rotation before the end of the season as he continues his rehab from Tommy John surgery, and no, his name isn’t Shane Bieber.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / August 10, 2025
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.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 13, 2025
John Means Reveals Reason He Signed With Cleveland Guardians
The Cleveland Guardians' successful pitching development group isn't a secret. They have a strong history of turning prospects into aces with long, successful careers.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / February 19, 2025
Guardians Finalize Deal for John Means: What to Make of Move
The Guardians officially signed John Means to a one-year deal on February 19, giving Cleveland a former All-Star. However, Means — who’s set to miss at least a healthy chunk of 2025 — hasn’t pitched much since the start of 2022.
MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 18, 2025
Why John Means, Guardians Are A Perfect Match for Each Other
John Means was at one point viewed as one of the top starting pitchers in baseball and was even named an All-Star in his first full MLB season in 2019.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17, 2025
Guardians to sign John Means
12:41pm: Means is guaranteed just $1MM on the contract, reports ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. There’s no buyout on his 2026 option, so he’ll earn that full $1MM this season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 16, 2025
Former Baltimore Orioles All-Star Closing in on Deal with AL Rival
John Means is working his way back from his second Tommy John surgery and it appears a return to the Baltimore Orioles isn’t in the cards. MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo reported on Sunday that the Cleveland Guardians are in “advanced talks” to sign Means to a contract.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 13, 2024
Boston Red Sox Contact Orioles Free Agent Pitcher John Means: Report
The Baltimore Orioles could lose a former All-Star free agent starting pitcher to one of their most hated rivals. According to a report from Chris Cotillo of Mass Live, the Boston Red Sox have been in contact with Orioles left-handed pitcher John Means.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / June 28, 2024
Has John Means’ Time With the Orioles Come to an End?
Through some of the worst years of Baltimore Orioles baseball, there was one reason to turn a game on. John Means was that reason. During the 2019-21 seasons, John Means was the best player on one of the worst teams in baseball.
Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / May 31, 2024
Pair of Orioles starters to undergo season-ending surgeries
The Baltimore Orioles have lost two starting pitchers to season-ending injuries.
Baltimore Orioles News / The Forkball / May 25, 2024
Orioles’ John Means on IL Due to Forearm Strain Post-Surgery
The Baltimore Orioles have faced another setback in their pitching rotation as left-handed starter John Means was recently placed on the 15-day injured list (IL) due to a left forearm strain.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 15, 2024
Orioles injury news puts rotation in precarious situation
Baltimore Orioles fans were dealt some rough injury news on starting pitchers Kyle Bradish and John Means on Thursday, putting the rotation in a precarious situation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18, 2023
MLB HR props for Monday 9/18: Pounce on sweet price on Matt Olson
Last week marked the third straight profitable week in home run props, but that doesn't mean YB's Jack Dougherty is satisfied. Let's go for four straight this week, starting with Jack's three favorite HR props for Monday's MLB slate.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18, 2023
MLB best bets, strikeout props for Monday 9/18: Can Montgomery ward off Red Sox?
YB's Jack Dougherty finished with a losing record in strikeout props last week for the first time in five weeks. Let's get back on the profit train this week, starting with Jack's three favorite K props for Monday's MLB slate.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / September 13, 2023
Former All-Star's return could fuel Baltimore's pennant push
The Baltimore Orioles sit three games ahead of the Tampa Bay Rays for first place in the American League East and the AL's best record at 91-53. On Tuesday, they got a big boost that could help them hold off the Rays.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / September 12, 2023
Former All-Star SP's long-awaited return comes at perfect time for Orioles
If the 30-year-old can show some of his pre-surgery form for the stretch run, the Orioles should be in good shape to hold off Tampa Bay and win their first AL East crown since 2014.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
Popular Quizzes
Today's Latest News
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.