MLB Trade Rumors

The Guardians announced that they have re-signed catcher Austin Hedges to a one-year deal. Jeff Passan of ESPN relayed the agreement on X prior to the official announcement. The financial components of the agreement for the Boras Corporation client aren’t yet publicly known. Hedges, 32, has carved out a decade-long career in a unique way as he’s one of the worst performers at … [Read more...] about Guardians Re-Sign Austin Hedges To One-Year Deal

Guardians utilityman David Fry was known to be receiving consultation from Dr. Keith Meister about a lingering right elbow injury, and MLB.com’s Mandy Bell (X link) reports that Fry had to undergo a surgery to correct the issue.  As outlined by the Guardians (via X), Fry underwent a hybrid/internal brace and tendon reconstruction surgery to address a flexor strain and a … [Read more...] about David Fry To Miss Start Of 2025 Season Due To Elbow Surgery, Will Be Limited To DH Duty

The Guardians announced some roster moves this afternoon, including the news that right-hander James Karinchak was reinstated from the 60-day injured list and then outrighted off the club’s 40-man roster.  Karinchak was granted free agency, so the 29-year-old righty will now hit the open market. The hard-throwing Karinchak burst onto the scene with a sixth-place finish in AL … [Read more...] about James Karinchak Granted Free Agency After Outright From Guardians

The Guardians had a strong season in 2024 but came up just shy of the ultimate goal, falling to the Yankees in the ALCS. They now head into offseason mode with some questions to be answered. Zack Meisel of The Athletic relayed a few interesting notes on X today, arguably with the most notable detail being that David Fry is going to see Dr. Keith Meister about his injured elbow. … [Read more...] about Guardians Notes: Fry, Free Agents, Coaching Staff

The Guardians sent outfielder Myles Straw outright to Triple-A Columbus, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Cleveland successfully ran him through waivers once the offseason got underway, removing him from the 40-man roster. Straw was a lock to go unclaimed because of his contract. A team would’ve needed to assume the remaining $14.75MM in guaranteed money. Straw has … [Read more...] about Guardians Outright Myles Straw