After re-signing right-hander Shane Bieber, the Cleveland Guardians rotation has nothing but question marks. Taneer Bibee is one arm that’s reliable and aside from Joey Cantillo and eventually Doug Nikhazy, the depth isn’t too appealing, either. The need for pitching in general could compel the Guardians to consider trades or free-agent signings. MLB.com’s Mandy Bell reported … [Read more...] about Under-the-Radar Team Could Land Front-Line Starter
Guardians Should Optimize Newly Acquired Starting Pitcher
Among a number of trades this MLB offseason, one that flew a bit under the radar was the Cleveland Guardians acquiring starter Luis Ortiz from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Ortiz took a step forward in 2024 posting a 3.32 ERA and 1.113 WHIP across 135 2/3 innings. During his time as a starter from 2022 to 2023, he was the worst pitcher in all of baseball in K-BB%, one of the most … [Read more...] about Guardians Should Optimize Newly Acquired Starting Pitcher
Rocky Colavito, 1959 AL HR Champion for Cleveland, Passes Away at 91
Rocky Colavito, the 1959 American League home run champion for the Cleveland Indians, has passed away. He was 91. He played for the Indians (1955-59, 1965-67), Detroit Tigers (1960-63), Kansas City Athletics (1964), Chicago White Sox (1967), Los Angeles Dodgers (1968), and New York Yankees (1968). The Cleveland Guardians are deeply saddened by the loss of Rocky Colavito. … [Read more...] about Rocky Colavito, 1959 AL HR Champion for Cleveland, Passes Away at 91
Pirates Swap Starter to Guardians for First Baseman
On Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded starting pitcher Luis Ortiz to the Cleveland Guardians for infielder Spencer Horwitz. It’s the proverbial good deal for both teams. Cleveland was looking for starting pitching while Horwitz is expected to step in as the Pirates’ first baseman. The Pirates included pitching prospects Michael Kennedy and Josh Hartle in the deal. We have … [Read more...] about Pirates Swap Starter to Guardians for First Baseman
Former Cy Young Winner Returns to Guardians
The right-handed ace Shane Bieber has signed a deal to remain with the Cleveland Guardians, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports the deal is for one year and $14 million with a $16 million player option for the 2026 season. Bieber only appeared in two games in the 2024 season. His campaign was cut very short due to Tommy John surgery. On April 12, … [Read more...] about Former Cy Young Winner Returns to Guardians