NOVEMBER 23 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
CLEVELAND GUARDIANS 88-74 · 2025 1ST IN AL CENTRAL
88-74 · 2025 1ST IN AL CENTRAL
This Rule 5 Draft protection could be Guardians' next switch-hitting cornerstone The Guardians decided to protect Angel Genao from the Rule 5 Draft, which could end up being a move that helps the Guardians win in 2026.
Kahlil Watson has golden opportunity to be a force in the Guardians' lineup in 2026 Although the Guardians' trade for Kahlil Watson killed their chances to contend in 2023, he's on the precipice of helping Cleveland win in 2...
NOVEMBER 22 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Cleveland avoids arbitration with 3 players, non-tenders 3 more CLEVELAND -- The Guardians shuffled their 40-man roster on Friday, ahead of the deadline to tender contracts to players for 2026. The Guardi...
NOVEMBER 22 • MLB.COM
Matt Festa - Avoids arbitration Festa agreed to a one-year, $1 million contract with the Guardians on Friday to avoid arbitration, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Festa pitched a career-high 54.2 innings in 2025 while also maintaining a solid 1.08 WHIP with a 56:15 K:BB. He also racked up 12 holds and should line up for a high-leverage role out of the bullpen once again in 2026.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
David Fry - Lands contract from Cleveland Fry (face) agreed to a one-year, $1.38 million contract with the Guardians on Friday to avoid arbitration,Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Fry had a tough 2025 season, initially sidelined until the end of May while recovering from an elbow injury. His season ended in late September after being hit in the face by a pitch, though that isn't expected to affect his 2026 campaign. In between, Fry struggled to a .171/.229/.363 line across 157 plate appearances.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Mets jumbled roster could provide Guardians with perfect chance to upgrade outfield The New York Mets are working through a roster crunch, which could lead to some players being available in trade talks. The Guardians should...
NOVEMBER 21 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Guardians make two predictable roster cuts at non-tender deadline While Will Brennan and Sam Hentges could provide some value to the Guardians, they were non-tendered on Friday.
NOVEMBER 21 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Nolan Jones - Agrees to deal Jones (oblique) agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract with the Guardians on Friday to avoid arbitration, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Jones' season regular-season ended a few days early due to an oblique injury, an issue that also sidelined him for the postseason. He spent the entire 2025 season in the majors and accrued 403 plate appearances, though he managed only a .600 OPS with five homers and eight stolen bases.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Final Guardians prediction before non-tender deadline The Cleveland Guardians have some big decisions to make before the non-tender deadline. Here's how we think it will go.
NOVEMBER 21 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Reddit AMA: Will there be offseason additions? What's Bazzana's timeline to The Show? On Friday, MLB.com Guardians beat reporter Tim Stebbins held an “Ask Me Anything” on Reddit with Guardians fans at r/ClevelandGuardians. Thi...
NOVEMBER 21 • MLB.COM
Guardians' latest DFA should only be temporary ending to amazing comeback story On Tuesday, Nic Enright’s second journey with the Cleveland Guardians came to an end when the team designated him for assignment so they cou...
NOVEMBER 21 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
3 Guardians players on the chopping block ahead of Friday's non-tender deadline Friday is a huge date in the MLB calendar, as it stands as the deadline for when teams need to decide whether they want to offer contracts t...
NOVEMBER 20 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
3 Best Fits? Where Top MLB Free Agents, Including Japan's Next Star, Could Land
Rounding up the best fits for top MLB free agents should they leave their respective teams this offseason.NOVEMBER 20 • FOX SPORTS
Latest expert non-tender prediction will definitely puzzle Guardians fans While David Fry wasn't at his best in 2025, he should be healthy and productive in 2026 — which is why it would be foolish for the Guardians...
NOVEMBER 20 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Rays sign former Astros pitcher, Guardians infielder to contracts in free agency | Sporting News Tampa Bay is adding to its depth.
NOVEMBER 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
MLB's $1.65 billion media deal reshapes how Guardians fans can view baseball While the massive ESPN contract brings streaming changes for Cleveland and five other teams, don't expect the windfall to boost team payroll...
NOVEMBER 20 • CLEVELAND.COM
Here's why Randy Jones' 1976 Cy Young season would be impossible in today's MLB Randy Jones, who passed away earlier this week, won baseball's top pitching honor with just 93 strikeouts in 315 innings. But would he have...
NOVEMBER 20 • CLEVELAND.COM
MLB's fight over salary caps could erase baseball's hard-earned momentum Despite improved game pace and rising attendance, a battle with the players' association over salary caps looms that could 'kill the golden...
NOVEMBER 20 • CLEVELAND.COM
Pirates 'hidden gem' stands out as perfect fit for Guardians' rotation Johan Oviedo may not be a household name, but he could help provide some insurance in the Guardians' rotation.
NOVEMBER 20 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Guardians may cut ties with David Fry over $1.2 million contract decision | Sporting News Cleveland's fan favorite may not have a spot.
NOVEMBER 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Guardians have golden opportunity shore up bullpen with Terry Francona favorite Last season Emilio Pagán put together a career season with Terry Francona and the Reds. That should put him on the Guardians' radar.
NOVEMBER 20 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Kwan's defensive prowess validated after latest Gold Glove CLEVELAND -- Winning a Gold Glove Award is a testament to a player having a remarkable season defensively. Winning four, let alone four cons...
NOVEMBER 20 • MLB.COM
Guardians could steal intriguing outfield option thanks to Athletics roster crunch The Athletics designted JJ Bleday for assignment on Tuesday. He could fit into the Guardians' outfield picture.
NOVEMBER 20 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
Guardians TV rights acquired by ESPN in $1.65 billion MLB deal ESPN gives fans anothers way to watch the Guardians in 2026.
NOVEMBER 19 • CLEVELAND.COM
Biggest prospect protection risk Guardians took at 40-man roster deadline Yesterday the Guardians protected Austin Peterson Khalil Watson Angel Geano and Yorman Gómez from the Rule 5 Draft. There are some risks att...
NOVEMBER 19 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM
