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Guards' rotation set after Allen optioned to Triple-A GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- The Guardians’ season-opening starting rotation is penciled in. Manager Stephen Vogt announced Saturday the Guardians hav...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Makes fourth spring start Cantillo allowed three runs on three hits and one walk while striking out six over 4.2 innings in Friday's spring start against the Angels.

Impact Cantillo had a couple of shaky stretches but overall pitched well in his fourth Cactus League start. He opened the game by issuing a walk to Zach Neto and then balked him to second before the runner eventually scored. The lefty then retired the next eight batters before allowing two-run home run in the fourth inning, which he followed by setting down the next five batters before leaving the game after throwing 74 pitches (45 strikes). Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt is still evaluating Cantillo, Logan Allen, Slade Cecconi and Parker Messick for the final three spots in the rotation.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Joey Cantillo could be X-factor in Guardians' rotation in 2026 While the Guardians have Gavin Williams and Tanner Bibee entrenched at the top of their rotation, Joey Cantillo could be just as good in 202...

MARCH 13 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Delivers best spring outing Cantillo allowed two runs on five hits while striking out four over 4.2 innings in Sunday's spring start against the Rockies.

Impact Cantillo was at his most efficient in his fourth Cactus League outing, as the young left-hander submitted his best effort in a quest for a spot in the Guardians rotation. Prior to Sunday's appearances, Cantillo had allowed nine runs (seven earned) on nine hits and four walks over 5.2 innings. There's time left for two or three more starts for Cantillo, who is competing with two other lefties, Parker Messick and Logan Allen, and right-hander Slade Cecconi.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

With a slider that's no longer 'dog-water,' Cantillo could be harder to hit in '26 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Earlier this spring, Joey Cantillo offered a vivid self-assessment of his slider. “My slider has been pretty dog-water...

MARCH 9 • MLB.COM

Rocky spring continues Cantillo allowed four runs (two earned) on four hits and one walk while striking out one over 1.1 innings in Thursday's spring start against the Mariners.

Impact Cantillo, competing for a spot in the Guardians' rotation, had a second consecutive rough Cactus League outing. He worked his pitch count to 47 (29 strikes) but for the second straight start, the left-hander was pulled early in the first inning so that he could return for the second. Three first-inning doubles results in two runs, then a second-inning fielding error, compounded by a walk and a single, led to two unearned runs. Cantillo has allowed six runs (four earned) on seven hits and one walk over 2.2 spring innings.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Hiccups in spring debut Cantillo allowed two runs on three hits while striking out two over 1.1 innings in Saturday's spring start against the Brewers.

Impact Cantillo started a split-squad game to begin his candidacy for one of three available spots in Cleveland's rotation. After giving up two hits and a run in the first inning, the left-hander was removed to ensure he could get a second up-and-down. Cantillo then allowed a home run to lead off the second frame but was able to build his pitch count to 33 (22 strikes). He is competing with Logan Allen, who started the Guardians' other game Saturday, Slade Cecconi and Parker Messick.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Cantillo arrives with 'different demeanor,' hungry for rotation spot PHOENIX -- It was around the World Series this past fall when Joey Cantillo began to truly process and reflect upon his 2025 season. It was...

FEBRUARY 21 • MLB.COM

3 Guardians players who are entering the most important month of their career While Joey Cantillo, Cade Smith and Gabriel Arias have had some success in their career, they're going to be key pieces for the Guardians in...

FEBRUARY 11 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Three lefties for two spots: Inside the Guardians rotation battle that could define training camp With Joey Cantillo out of options, Logan Allen's experience and Parker Messick's impressive September, Cleveland faces a pivotal decision th...

FEBRUARY 9 • CLEVELAND.COM

Competing for rotation Cantillo will compete for a spot in the rotation this spring, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.

Impact Cantillo spent the second half of the 2025 season in the Guardians' rotation but apparently will have to win a spot this spring. The left-hander had a 2.96 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 72:28 K:BB ratio over 13 starts (67.0 innings). He and prospect Parker Messick are the frontrunners for the back end of the rotation. If Cantillo loses out, he could break camp with a bullpen role. In 21 appearances as a reliever in 2025, the 26-year-old posted a 3.81 ERA and 1.38 WHIP while limiting batters to a .229 batting average.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Why Joey Cantillo Is Set for a Breakout Season in 2026 for the Guardians The Cleveland Guardians are heavily bought into the notion that pitching wins games. This offseason, the front office built up the bullpen,...

FEBRUARY 1 • SI.COM

How Joey Cantillo's lack of options could impact Guardians' starting rotation in 2026 Last year Joey Cantillo filled multiple roles for the Guardians. That may not happen in 2026.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler takes down hometown Cleveland Guardians in Wild Card Series clincher

Dillon Dingler grew up rooting for the Cleveland Guardians

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Dingler, Pérez lead Tigers past Guardians 6-3 and into AL Division Series against Mariners

The Detroit Tigers have defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-3 in the deciding Game 3 of their AL Wild Card Series, advancing to a Division Series against the Seattle Mariners

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Entering postseason with momentum Cantillo didn't factor into the decision Saturday against the Rangers, allowing two runs on three hits and no walks in 5.2 innings. He struck out eight.

Impact With Cleveland trying to clinch a playoff berth, Cantillo fell one out short of qualifying for a quality start while coming one strikeout shy of tying his season best. The left-hander has been a solid member of the rotation while Luis L. Ortiz has been on non-disciplinary paid leave, and the former figures to play a significant role in the Guardians' postseason run after notching a shiny 1.59 ERA across his last seven starts. Cantillo wraps up the regular season with a 3.21 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 108:42 K:BB over 95.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Entering postseason with momentum Cantillo didn't factor into the decision Saturday against the Rangers, allowing two runs on three hits and no walks in 5.2 innings. He struck out eight.

Impact With Cleveland trying to clinch a playoff berth, Cantillo fell out short of qualifying for a quality start while coming one strikeout shy of tying his season best. The left-hander has been a serviceable member of the rotation while Luis L. Ortiz has been on non-disciplinary paid leave, and the former figures to play a significant role in the Guardians' postseason run after notching a shiny 1.59 ERA across his last seven starts. Cantillo wraps up the regular season with a 3.21 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 108:42 K:BB over 95.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians Clinch AL Postseason Berth on Walk-off Hit By Pitch; Astros Eliminated

The Guardians clinched a postseason spot in the most bizarre way possible: a walk-off hit by pitch.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Guardians Clinch AL Postseason Berth on Walk-off Hit By Pitch; Astros Eliminated

Guardians clinch AL playoff berth with 3-2 win over Rangers

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Cleveland Guardians, Texas Rangers starting lineups for Sept. 27, 2025: Game 161 Joey Cantillo and the Guardians face the Rangers with a chance to clinch a postseason spot at Progressive Field.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

Rangers play the Guardians leading series 1-0

The Texas Rangers lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Guardians remain tied in the AL Central after 7-3 loss to Rangers

Alejandro Osuna hit a three-run homer in the first, rookie Jack Leiter matched a career high with 10 strikeouts and the Texas Rangers beat Cleveland 7-3 on Friday night

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

These 3 unsung Guardians could be postseason heroes this year While the Guardians have plenty of superstars who will perform this postseason, Jakob Junis, Angel Martínez and Joey Cantillo should also st...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Fans five in no-decision Cantillo did not factor in the decision during Sunday's loss to Minnesota. He allowed a run on four hits and two walks over 4.1 innings while striking out five.

Impact Cantillo gave up his lone run in the third inning. He loaded the bases in the fifth but was not charged with any runs after Erik Sabrowski cleaned up the mess. Cantillo has given up fewer than two runs in six consecutive outings; during that span, he's produced an impressive 1.32 ERA across 34 frames. However, he's also walked 12 batters during that time and has issued 28 free passes in his last 12 starts. Cantillo owns a 3.21 ERA with a 100:42 K:BB through 89.2 innings this season. He's expected to make his final start of the regular season next weekend at home against the Rangers.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Twins stop Guardians' 10-game win streak, keep Cleveland from tying for AL Central lead with 6-2 win

Brooks Lee hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the sixth, pinch-hitter Royce Lewis had a three-run shot in the seventh and the Minnesota Twins ended the Cleveland Guardians’ 10-game w...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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