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On YouTubeCleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 13
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.
Cleveland Guardians News / New Baseball Media / March 2
2024-25 MLB Offseason Recap: Cleveland Guardians
The Cleveland Guardians made the ALCS in 2024 in what was a whirlwind season for the reigning AL Central champions. But weeks after the Guardians were eliminated by the Yankees, Cleveland needed to make difficult roster decisions.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 22
Former Baltimore Orioles Starter Pens Heartfelt Goodbye Letter to City, Fans
John Means is on his way to the Cleveland Guardians after he agreed to a free agent deal earlier this week. The long-time Baltimore Orioles starter missed most of last season after he suffered an elbow injury and had to undergo Tommy John surgery.
The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz
How many MLB pitchers with 250+ K's in a season since 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / February 22
Guardians N&N: The Guardians Play a (Spring Training) Game Today! 
News and Notes for Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 It is finally here! Game -33/162 is played today. We did it, we made it through the off season. Lots of fun content came out from the team today.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21
Guardians’ latest signing provides injury timeline
Former Baltimore Orioles left-handed pitcher John Means signed a one-year, one million dollar contract with the Cleveland Guardians earlier this week. Should the team exercise its 2026 option, Means’ two-year deal could reach $8.5 million, contingent upon him pitching at least 150 innings in that season.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / February 19
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
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 / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 18
WVU Product John Means Signs One-Year Deal with World Series Contender
West Virginia pitching product, and now former Baltimore Oriole, John Means, is looking to bounce back after having Tommy John surgery in 2022 but will do so with a new team this season.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Cleveland Guardians Sign Former Orioles All-Star
Just a few years ago, former Baltimore Orioles ace John Means was at the top of his game. He earned an All-Star nod in 2019 and pitched a no-hitter for Baltimore in 2021.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 17
Former Baltimore Orioles All-Star Agrees To Deal With Cleveland Guardians
The Baltimore Orioles had high hopes for their rotation last year after they acquired Corbin Burnes, but injuries completely derailed what was envisioned, with Kyle Bradish, Tyler Wells and John Means all undergoing season-ending surgeries.
Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17
Guardians agree to deal with former All-Star pitcher
The Cleveland Guardians are taking a chance on a former All-Star pitcher. The Guardians agreed to a one-year contract with former Baltimore Orioles pitcher John Means, according to Zack Meisel of The Athletic.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
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
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 / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16
Guardians, John Means 'in advanced talks' about contract
The Guardians and free agent southpaw John Means may be nearing an agreement, as MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo hears from sources that the two sides are “in advanced talks.”
Baltimore Orioles News / Fastball on SI / January 12
Baltimore Orioles Re-Signing Free Agent John Means Remains Possible, Per Report
The Baltimore Orioles have brought in a handful of new arms to round out their rotation this offseason, but a reunion with a familiar face could still be in the cards.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 13
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.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 12
Boston Red Sox Going After Baltimore Orioles Free Agent John Means, Per Report
The Boston Red Sox have spoken with free agent pitcher John Means, MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo reported Thursday. Means, 31, underwent Tommy John surgery for the second time in his career back in June, meaning he is unlikely to pitch in the first half of the 2025 regular season.
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 / Last Word On Sports / May 23, 2024
Orioles Place Veteran Starter on Injured List
Two years after Baltimore Orioles left-hander John Means underwent Tommy John surgery, he finds himself back on the injured list. Means exited Wednesday’s start early after feeling discomfort in his elbow and showing a notable dip in his velocity.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23, 2024
Orioles place one-time All-Star pitcher on injured list
The Orioles announced Thursday that they will be without a one-time All-Star starting pitcher for the foreseeable future.
Baltimore Orioles News / WV Sports Now / May 5, 2024
Former Mountaineer John Means Dominant in Season Debut for Orioles
As one former Mountaineer pitcher is set to make his return, another is coming off an impressive MLB season debut on Saturday night. In his first start of the 2024 season, John Means posted seven scoreless innings for the Orioles in a win over the Reds.
Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / May 4, 2024
Orioles' John Means set for season debut vs. Reds
John Means was one of the few bright spots during a long rebuild by the Baltimore Orioles. On Saturday evening, Means will hope he can begin to fully experience what it's like to pitch for the pennant-contending Orioles.
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 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.
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