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Guards look to continue Draft success with 'tool to refuel ... Major League team'

@tim_stebbins
July 6, 2026

CLEVELAND -- Two years ago, when the Guardians were sorting through candidates to take with the No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft, Travis Bazzana's makeup left a big impression on the organization. His on-field talent was clear, but his mindset and desire to learn and to get better

Bazzana follows in footsteps of Austrailian trailblazer as All-Star

@tim_stebbins
9:51 AM EDT

CLEVELAND -- Dave Nilsson knows firsthand what the journey to the Major Leagues is like for an Australian-born player. It’s a road less traveled from a country where baseball is not the primary sport. To chase a dream of playing at the highest level requires sacrifice and overcoming obstacles. “You

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July 6, 2026

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Williams stops Guardians' skid with 11-K gem

@tim_stebbins
July 9, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Guardians desperately needed a win on Thursday. From the moment Gavin Williams stepped on the mound, he made clear he was intent on making it happen. Williams set the tone in his final start before the All-Star break, to lead the Guardians to a 5-2 win over

Ingle headed back to Triple-A after taste of Majors

Herrin (elbow contusion) placed on IL; Stephen undergoes UCL repair surgery
@tim_stebbins
July 9, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Guardians expect Cooper Ingle will rejoin them down the road this season, when there’s a longer opportunity for him to impact their roster. For now, they want the 24-year-old to get back into a consistent rhythm of playing time down in the Minor Leagues. The Guardians optioned

Guards lose control in Minnesota as tough summer stretch rolls on

@tim_stebbins
July 9, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS -- Down the road this season, we may look back at this point of the Guardians’ season to remember how they persevered and came out on the other side. But there’s no question that the vibe feels off right now. “There is no glory without sucking and suffering and

Herrin suffers contusion after taking line-drive comebacker off left elbow

@tim_stebbins
July 9, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS -- Guardians reliever Tim Herrin was forced to exit Wednesday’s 6-5 loss to the Twins at Target Field in the sixth inning after he absorbed a line drive from Royce Lewis directly off his left elbow. Herrin threw Lewis a 2-0 sinker that the first baseman lined right back

Latest Guardians injuries and transactions

July 9, 2026

This page will be updated throughout the year with all the latest Guardians injury news and transactions.

Guardians' offense continues to struggle as it awaits the return of J-Ram

@tim_stebbins
July 8, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS -- The past three weeks have shown us what life is like for the Guardians without José Ramírez. Cleveland has played many close games during this extended stretch without its superstar, who is continuing his recovery from left hamate surgery. The Guardians entered Tuesday 8-11 since Ramírez went on

Messick lands in the top 3 in latest Rookie of the Year poll

@jared_greenspan
July 8, 2026

Three rookies are among the exclusive group of players bound for Philadelphia ahead of next week's All-Star Game presented by Mastercard at Citizens Bank Park. One of those players paces the American League atop our third Rookie of the Year poll. The NL leader had a compelling case, too: And

Here is a look at each club's best Draft pick from the past 10 years

July 9, 2026

It’s always good to have a little perspective. The 2026 Draft -- set to begin Saturday in Philadelphia -- has fans and clubs alike dreaming of the future. But sometimes in order to understand the future best, we still must turn to the past. Within the last 10 years, clubs

How DeLauter's IL stint provided midseason 'reset'

@tim_stebbins
July 7, 2026

This story was excerpted from Tim Stebbins’ Guardians Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

Bazzana, Messick, Smith to rep Guards as first-time All-Stars 

@tim_stebbins
July 4, 2026

CLEVELAND -- The steadiness provided by second baseman Travis Bazzana, starter Parker Messick and closer Cade Smith has been vital to the Guardians sitting atop the AL Central for the bulk of the 2026 season. That clearly has not been lost upon their peers across the Majors.

Former All-Star pitcher, longtime coach Regan dies at 89

@ByJasonFoster
July 8, 2026

Phil Regan, a former All-Star pitcher who later managed the Orioles and spent decades as a pitching coach for teams including the Cubs and Mets, has died at age 89. Regan died Wednesday, according to a report from ESPN's Jeff Passan, citing Regan's attorney, Matt Blit. The righty made his

Redrafting the 2016 Draft class, 10 years later

July 7, 2026

Scouts didn't love the 2016 Draft at the time. The strongest demographic was also the riskiest (high school pitchers), none of the best college hitters were a lock to stay in the middle of the diamond and most of the top college arms didn't live up to expectations. "This is

Hall of Famer Jim Thome was a 13th-round Draft pick; his son could go in the 1st this year

July 7, 2026

They threw an oversized men’s jersey on 11-year-old Landon Thome and pointed him toward home plate. It was the 2019 All-Star Celebrity Softball Game in Cleveland’s Progressive Field, the ballpark where Landon’s father, Jim, hit 190 of his 612 career home runs. But he wanted his young son to take

Guardians drop slugfest to White Sox as AL Central race picks up steam

@tim_stebbins
July 5, 2026

CLEVELAND -- The Guardians have played the White Sox often enough recently to get quite familiar with the rival whom they are battling for first place in the AL Central. You may have a similar takeaway as that inside the Cleveland clubhouse. “They’re, I think, a decently comparable team to

Guardians prospect makes Team of the Week for second time this season

@benweinrib
July 6, 2026

The Prospect Team of the Week is becoming a familiar home for several players this season. The latest edition includes four players who will be making their fourth appearance of 2026, including Yankees southpaw Henry Lalane, who is appearing for the third time in four weeks. Charlie Condon -- one

Antonetti talks team success, injuries to Ramírez and Martínez

@tim_stebbins
July 5, 2026

CLEVELAND -- José Ramírez popped into the Guardians’ clubhouse Sunday morning and made a pitstop at his locker. The 33-year-old audibly inquired about the location of his bats, before changing into workout attire. Ramírez has continued to progress in his recovery from left hamate surgery. Guardians president of baseball operations

How all 30 teams can upgrade at Trade Deadline

July 5, 2026

Whether it’s a contender hunting for the final piece of a championship puzzle, a bubble team trying to stay in the race or a rebuilding club looking to stock up for the future, every team has its share of needs to address prior to the Trade Deadline. No matter the

Unexpected bullpen game holds steady for Guardians in second straight walk-off win

@tim_stebbins
July 4, 2026

CLEVELAND -- Whenever Gavin Williams takes the mound, the Guardians can typically rest assured that the big right-hander will pitch deep into a ballgame. Williams entered Friday ranked 12th in the Majors in innings pitched, with 101 2/3.

Rookie Watson's 'slow heartbeat' on display with 1st career walk-off hit

@tim_stebbins
July 4, 2026

CLEVELAND -- Kahlil Watson hasn’t been a big leaguer for too long, but he’s earning a good reputation for how he carries himself on the field. Regardless of the moment, Watson is the same guy. “It’s incredible,” Guardians manager Stephen Vogt said. “Just watch him in the dugout too. Good

Bibee's key midseason change is sinking opponents

@tim_stebbins
July 3, 2026

This story was excerpted from Tim Stebbins’ Guardians Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. CLEVELAND -- Tanner Bibee isn’t the same pitcher he was when he took the mound for the Guardians on Opening Day this season. He