Latest Guardians injuries and transactions
This page will be updated throughout the year with all the latest Guardians injury news and transactions.
Holderman exits Triple-A rehab outing due to right wrist pain
CLEVELAND -- Colin Holderman's effort to rejoin the Guardians’ postseason push hit a snag on Thursday, when the 30-year-old reliever’s right wrist issue forced him to exit his rehab outing with Triple-A Columbus. Thursday was Holderman’s first rehab appearance since he landed on the 15-day injured list with right wrist
Righty Armstrong progressing on way back from calf injury
CLEVELAND -- A veteran mainstay in the Guardians’ bullpen this season is vying to rejoin the fold as Cleveland’s postseason push hits the home stretch. Right-hander Shawn Armstrong made his second appearance with Triple-A Columbus on a rehab assignment on Tuesday as he works his way back from a left
DeLauter, Martínez remain out of lineup for Guardians' finale vs. White Sox
CLEVELAND -- Chase DeLauter and Angel Martínez appear to be trending in the right direction physically. But both outfielders were out of the starting lineup for a second straight game on Wednesday, in the finale of the Guardians' crucial series against the White Sox. DeLauter (right wrist soreness) and Martínez
DeLauter, Martínez out of lineup with injuries as key series continues
CLEVELAND -- The Guardians’ starting lineup was down two key contributors Tuesday, for one of Cleveland’s most important games of the season. Chase DeLauter (right wrist soreness) and Angel Martínez (right flank inflammation) each were out of the lineup for the second game of the crucial three-game series against the
Martínez (right flank inflammation) exits opener vs. White Sox
CLEVELAND -- The painful reaction that came across Angel Martínez’s face in the seventh inning on Monday proved to be a foreboding sign. The hope now is things aren’t as bad as they may have seemed.
DeLauter (wrist) out of lineup for 4th straight game, but doing 'better'
BALTIMORE -- The day-to-day nature of Chase DeLauter's right wrist sprain carried into Tuesday, as the Guardians rookie outfielder was out of the starting lineup for the fourth consecutive game. "[He's doing] better,” manager Stephen Vogt said pregame. “He had a better day yesterday. Hoping for a better one today.
DeLauter out of Saturday's lineup, day to day with ailing wrist
CLEVELAND -- Rookie outfielder Chase DeLauter was not in the Guardians’ starting lineup on Saturday against the Tigers due to a right wrist sprain, which the club continues to hope is a short-term issue. They will do their part to keep it that way. “Chase is going to be day
Injuries to Martínez (shoulder contusion), DeLauter (wrist sprain) mar Guardians' day of walk-offs
CLEVELAND -- Chase DeLauter is a centerpiece to the Guardians’ lineup and the type of hitter who can carry their offense. To lose that presence for any extended stretch this month, as Cleveland pushes for the postseason, would be crushing. You couldn't help but feel uneasy on Friday night, when
Guardians' bullpen takes a hit as postseason push enters stretch run
CLEVELAND -- Colin Holderman has been a vital member of the Guardians’ bullpen this season, as a reliable high-leverage arm in front of closer Cade Smith. As Cleveland continues its push for the postseason, it will do so without the steady right-hander for the foreseeable future. The Guardians placed Holderman
Guardians face decision after Cecconi makes latest rehab appearance
CLEVELAND -- Slade Cecconi’s initial foray into the Guardians’ bullpen was short-lived, but the right-hander is progressing toward rejoining Cleveland’s pitching staff. When and in what capacity is what the Guardians are still figuring out. Cecconi, who went on the 10-day injured list on Aug. 7 with right arm fatigue,
DeLauter (left hamstring) comes off bench to spark Guards' comeback
ANAHEIM -- How to best handle a nagging left hamstring is a simple equation for both Chase DeLauter and the Guardians. The 24-year-old being out of the starting lineup for a couple of games is entirely preferred to risking this becoming a season-defining problem. “We’re just trying to be smart
DeLauter (left hamstring) doesn't start, but returns to action in comeback win
ANAHEIM -- Once again, the Guardians exercised caution with outfielder Chase DeLauter and his nagging left hamstring. DeLauter was not in the Guardians’ starting lineup for Tuesday's 8-6 win over the Angels due to left hamstring tightness, which also caused him to be scratched from Cleveland’s lineup about 30 minutes
Adell makes quick return after powering through knee injury
CLEVELAND -- Jo Adell tried on a pair of knee pads inside the Guardians’ clubhouse on Thursday morning, between packing up gear for Cleveland's upcoming six-game trip that begins Friday at Coors Field against the Rockies. All in all, it was an encouraging scene. Adell sustained a left knee contusion
Hoskins (back) placed on IL; Adell, DeLauter out of Wednesday's lineup
CLEVELAND -- Manager Stephen Vogt described the Guardians’ position player mix as “pretty banged up” on Tuesday night. Wednesday did not provide much relief on that front. The Guardians placed first baseman Rhys Hoskins on the 10-day injured list prior to Wednesday night's 1-0 loss to the Giants with lower
DeLauter (left hamstring tightness) exits in 'abundance of caution'
CLEVELAND -- Chase DeLauter has solidified himself as a centerpiece to the Guardians' lineup as a rookie this season. When he did not take his place in right field in the third inning on Sunday at Progressive Field, you couldn’t help but hold your breath. DeLauter exited the Guardians’ 5-0
Guardians hopeful after Holderman exits with wrist inflammation
CLEVELAND -- Colin Holderman has been the most steady member of the Guardians’ bullpen this season not named Cade Smith. Suffice to say, seeing him walk off the mound with trainer Chad Wolfe on Saturday mid-outing was a concern.
J-Ram out of lineup for opener vs. Padres as Guardians mind hamate recovery
CLEVELAND -- José Ramírez’s comeback from left hamate surgery has not been linear, but manager Stephen Vogt said the 33-year-old has continued to progress since he made his return to the Guardians’ lineup on July 22. There is a give and take here, however, as the Guardians also continue to
Cecconi lands on IL with arm fatigue after move to 'pen
CHICAGO -- Slade Cecconi’s move from the Guardians’ starting rotation into their bullpen has quickly hit a speed bump. Prior to Friday’s series opener against the White Sox at Rate Field, the Guardians placed Cecconi on the 15-day injured list due to right arm fatigue. Cleveland recalled right-hander Franco Aleman
Armstrong has 'pretty significant calf tear' after being carried off field Friday
ST. PETERSBURG -- Guardians right-handed reliever Shawn Armstrong was placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday with a left calf strain. Armstrong still isn’t certain what happened in the eighth inning of Friday night’s 11-3 loss to the Rays at Tropicana Field, when he was backpedaling behind home plate,
Martínez feeling 'good to go' after fourth rehab game
CLEVELAND -- If it wasn't already evident that sidelined outfielder Angel Martínez is close to being ready to rejoin the Guardians’ active roster, the man himself made it clear when asked on Thursday. “I’ve been,” Martínez said with a smile Thursday morning. “I’m good to go.”
Primed to help Guardians' postseason push, J-Ram shines in return
CLEVELAND -- The decibel level inside Progressive Field began to rise in the bottom of the first inning on Wednesday. It crescendoed into a roar as José Ramírez approached home plate, with the Cleveland faithful embracing the 33-year-old with a standing ovation. No. 11 was officially back. The Guardians activated
Could Ramírez skip a rehab assignment in return from left hamate surgery?
CLEVELAND -- As José Ramírez continues to progress in his recovery from left hamate surgery, is it possible he could rejoin the Guardians’ lineup without going on a rehab assignment? Guardians manager Stephen Vogt didn’t rule out that possibility on Friday.
Ingle headed back to Triple-A after taste of Majors
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
Herrin suffers contusion after taking line-drive comebacker off left elbow
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