It’s a big opportunity for the Guardians, and potentially a last stand for the Twins, as the American League Central rivals meet up for three games this weekend at Target Field. Minnesota (69-77) is in danger of falling out of the AL Wild Card race, while Cleveland (74-73) is trying

BALTIMORE -- The night began triumphantly as Chase DeLauter announced his return to the Guardians' starting lineup with authority. But in the end, Wednesday brought whiplash with one of Cleveland’s worst single innings in recent memory. And the Guardians left Baltimore with an ill-timed series loss in their continued push

BALTIMORE -- Another NFL star with local ties has joined the Guardians’ ownership group. This time, there is an added layer of Cleveland flavor.

BALTIMORE -- There was a point Tuesday when the Guardians were teetering on the edge of disaster. An early 6-0 lead was all but gone, after the Orioles scored five unanswered runs that ignited Camden Yards and flipped momentum in their direction. Cleveland absorbed a blow. It responded to secure

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.

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. BALTIMORE -- There are many ways to describe Cade Smith's outing against the Tigers on Sunday. The Guardians’ closer struck out five of the

BALTIMORE -- The old cliché says that momentum in baseball only carries as far as the next day’s starting pitcher. That fell on Joey Cantillo’s shoulders Monday, as the Guardians continued their postseason push following a thrilling weekend featuring three walk-off victories. Cleveland’s momentum came to a halt on Monday.

CLEVELAND -- Guardians closer Cade Smith fired a 1-2 splitter in the 10th inning that dove and caught some dirt before it ended up in the glove of catcher Patrick Bailey. Tigers rookie Max Clark yelled out in frustration after he chased the offering for strike three. Smith has that

CLEVELAND -- Maybe we’ll remember this as the Weekend of Walk-offs at Progressive Field. Or more importantly, maybe it’ll be the weekend that helped pave the Guardians’ path to the postseason.

CLEVELAND -- During his first trip to the MLB All-Star Game this summer, Guardians lefty Parker Messick got to talking with Riley Greene, the star Tigers outfielder. While they are American League Central rivals on the field, the two realized they share some stuff in common off of it. Messick

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

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

CLEVELAND -- After briefly watching the fly ball carry off his bat and deep into the night sky at Progressive Field, Travis Bazzana turned to his left and began to backpedal while gazing into the Guardians’ third-base dugout. There was no doubt where that ball was headed. By the time

CLEVELAND -- Its arrival has become an annual event in northeast Ohio, something you can count on with as much assurance as the forthcoming gray skies and the chilly air of winter. Welcome to Rocctember, Cleveland.

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

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 -- It’s a manager’s job to stump for his players ahead of baseball’s awards season. Stephen Vogt understands that also is the case

CLEVELAND -- Scoreboard watching is common in September as teams make their final push toward securing a postseason spot. That routine is unique for the Guardians and others this season given the crowded state of the American League playoff picture. “Sometimes two teams are playing and you're not sure who

CLEVELAND -- The Guardians had their work cut out for them on Wednesday, when they were up against American League Cy Young Award contender Dylan Cease. The last thing Cleveland could afford was any self-inflicted mistakes. To that end, the second inning proved rather disastrous.

CLEVELAND -- The early returns on Guardians rookie Angel Genao in the big leagues have been promising. What’s encouraging is we know he’s just getting started.

CLEVELAND -- As Gavin Williams headed off the field in the seventh inning on Tuesday, he was serenaded by a standing ovation from the Progressive Field faithful. The big right-hander, who has been one of the Majors’ top strikeout artists this season, was in top form once again. It’s nights

CLEVELAND -- There was a point this year where Carlos Hernández feared his baseball career could be over. So, the 29-year-old could only help but smile as he sat in the Guardians’ dugout at Progressive Field on Tuesday afternoon. “I’m very happy,” Hernández said through team interpreter Agustin Rivero. “I

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 -- As the Guardians embark upon the final month of the regular season, they are in the mix to secure a postseason berth

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,

CLEVELAND -- The Guardians’ offense is most dangerous when José Ramírez is at the center of its run production. While this hasn’t been a typical season for the 33-year-old, Cleveland is counting on him to lead the way as it pushes to secure a postseason spot.

CLEVELAND -- The Guardians have not made any final determination on who will join their active roster when it expands by two players on Tuesday. But they have spent a chunk of time sorting through their options.