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Local College and High School Talent Taken By Guardians Late in 2026 MLB Draft

In the 2026 MLB Draft, the Cleveland Guardians added a handful of pitchers to increase the farm system's talent pool. And one of the standout selections from the front office's many draft picks is a local, homegrown prospect.

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Guardians Minor League Recap: Affiliates Start their Break a Little Early, All Lose

Iron Pigs 13, Clippers 5 Cooper Ingle was 2 for 5 with a double, Juan Brito had a two-run homer, and Milan Tolentinto homered and walked to push his OPS over .800.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / July 13

Guardians News: Games and Draft Complete, Now Derby and Exhibition

The Guardians swept the Marlins to end pre-break play and made their selections for rounds 5-20 yesterday. Brian Hemminger has highlights of day two of the draft listed for you here and we will have a full draft class breakdown up soon.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / July 13

Guardians’ Day Two MLB Draft Highlights

The Cleveland Guardians were busy on Sunday, making a whopping 16 selections in the MLB Draft over the course of about eight hours as rounds 5-20 were held.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 12

Cleveland Legend Wants the Guardians to Add More Bats to Roster Ahead of Postseason

While the Cleveland Guardians may be first in the American League Central, not all are confident in where the current team is at. And one of those individuals who wants to see a few changes before the campaign comes to a close is a former Cleveland standout from the 1990s.

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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.

Brayan Rocchio News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 12

Guardians Hold Marlins Back As Brayan Rocchio Produces Another Stellar Outing

The Cleveland Guardians are headed into the 2026 MLB All-Star Break with a bit of momentum. And just weeks ago, many around the league had counted them out.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / July 12

Joey Cantillo whiffs 9 as Guardians sweep Marlins

Brayan Rocchio and Chase DeLauter slugged home runs, and Joey Cantillo struck out nine batters in five innings, leading the Guardians to a 5-2 win over the host Miami Marlins on Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 12

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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 / 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.

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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.

Jose Ramirez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9

Guardians rumors: What’s on top of trade wish list with Jose Ramirez rehabbing from injury?

When Jose Ramirez landed on the injury list, it was a major blow to the Cleveland Guardians. It also complicated the Guardians’ trade wish list, as they seek to contend for a title this season.

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.

Cooper Ingle News / Yardbarker / June 26