LANE THOMAS NEWS

Idle again Wednesday Thomas isn't part of the starting nine for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact Thomas is absent from the starting lineup for two straight games for the first time this season. The 29-year-old is 0-for-14 with seven strikeouts since being activated from the injured list May 22, and he could continue to lose playing time to Angel Martinez if his struggles persist.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Taking seat Tuesday Thomas is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact Thomas has gone 0-for-14 with two walks and seven strikeouts in four games since returning from the injured list last week. Angel Martinez will receive the start in center field and bat ninth Tuesday against Los Angeles righty Dustin May.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Serves as DH Thomas started at designated hitter and went 0-for-3 with a walk in Monday's 7-2 loss to the Dodgers.

Impact Thomas moved from center field to DH as part of the domino effect created by Carlos Santana's leg injury. Kyle Manzardo covered first base for the injured veteran and Thomas slipped into the fifth spot in the order. Thomas is now hitless (0-for-14) in four games since coming off the injured list and saw his season average drop to .119 (7-for-59).

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Tarik Skubal says he teared up as Tigers fans roared moments before his 1st complete game as a pro

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal emerged from the dugout to pitch in a ninth inning for the first time in the majors, triggering a roar and standing ovation from the Comerica Park c...

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Hitless since return Thomas started in center field and went 0-for-4 with a walk in Saturday's 7-5 extra-inning win over the Tigers.

Impact Thomas made his second start since being activated off the injured list Wednesday and is 0-for-8 with an RBI. Cleveland center fielders currently rank last in MLB with a .504 OPS, which indicates Thomas may not have a secure hold on the center field job.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

'A lot of motivation' propels Skubal into rematch vs. Guardians DETROIT -- The last time Tarik Skubal faced the Guardians, he was the focal point of a party at Progressive Field. Lane Thomas’ grand slam h...

MAY 25 • MLB.COM

Santana's 2-run double, Bibee's 7 scoreless innings help Guardians beat Tigers 7-0 in ALDS rematch

Carlos Santana had a two-run double in the fourth inning, Angel Martínez hit a solo shot in the fifth and Tanner Bibee threw seven scoreless innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians...

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Lane Thomas activated by Guardians after monthlong stint on IL

Cleveland Guardians center fielder Lane Thomas has been activated from the 10-day injured list

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Activated from IL The Guardians reinstated Thomas (wrist) from the injured list Thursday.

Impact A bone bruise in Thomas' right wrist has kept him on the injured list for the past month, but he's been given the green light to rejoin the active roster after going 8-for-24 with two homers, five RBI, seven runs scored and a stolen base during his seven-game rehab assignment. The 29-year-old figures to slide right back in as Cleveland's primary center fielder now that he's healthy, and he'll look to bounce back at the plate after starting the season with a .366 OPS through 48 plate appearances. Will Brennan (forearm) was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from IL The Guardians reinstated Thomas (wrist) from the injured list Thursday.

Impact A bone bruise in Thomas' right wrist has kept him on the injured list for the past month, but he's been given the green light to rejoin the active roster after going 8-for-24 with two homers, five RBI, seven runs scored and a stolen base during his seven-game rehab assignment. The 29-year-old figures to slide back in as Cleveland's primary center fielder now that he's healthy, and he'll look to bounce back at the plate after starting the season with a .366 OPS through 48 plate appearances. Will Brennan (forearm) was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers host the Guardians on 3-game home win streak

The Detroit Tigers, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Cleveland Guardians

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Is Lane Thomas nearing a return to the Guardians lineup after his rehab stint with Triple-A Columbus? Guardians outfielder Lane Thomas continues his rehab assignment with the Columbus Clippers as he works his way back from a bruised right wri...

MAY 21 • CLEVELAND.COM

Makes fourth rehab appearance Thomas (wrist) is 2-for-13 with a double and one run scored over four games while on rehab assignment at Triple-A Columbus.

Impact Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt told MLB.com that Thomas' rehab has gone "really, really good." The Guardians estimated about a week's worth of rehab games, which may come to end Sunday. Thomas has been on the 10-day injured list since April 20.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Reds host the Guardians, try to continue home win streak

The Cincinnati Reds, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Cleveland Guardians

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Guardians meet in game 2 of series

The Cincinnati Reds lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians

MAY 17 • Associated Press

Reds host the Guardians to open 3-game series

The Cincinnati Reds host the Cleveland Guardians to start a three-game series

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Will need week of rehab games Thomas (wrist) will require at least a week's worth of rehab games with Triple-A Columbus before being activated from the 10-day injured list, MLB.com reports.

Impact Thomas began his rehab assignment Tuesday with Columbus, going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts out of the designated hitter spot. The Guardians have a series in Minnesota that runs through next Wednesday, so the earliest Thomas rejoins the Guardians might be for the start of their series in Detroit on May 22. Angel Martinez has played well in center field since Thomas injured his right wrist a month ago, so Thomas might not be guaranteed regular playing time once he returns.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will need week of rehab games Thomas (wrist) will require at least a week's worth of rehab games with Triple-A Columbus before being activated from the 10-day injured list, MLB.com reports.

Impact Thomas began his rehab assignment Tuesday with Columbus, going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts out of the designated hitter spot. The Guardians have a series in Minnesota that runs through next Wednesday, so the earliest Thomas rejoins the Guardians might be for the start of their series in Detroit on May 22. Angel Martinez has played well in center field since Thomas injured his right wrist a month ago, so Thomas might not be guaranteed regular playing time once he returns.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians try to sweep 3-game series against the Brewers

The Cleveland Guardians will aim to sweep a three-game series with a win over the Milwaukee Brewers

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Guardians face the Brewers leading series 1-0

The Cleveland Guardians host the Milwaukee Brewers, leading the series 1-0

MAY 13 • Associated Press

Cleared for rehab assignment Guardians manager Stephen Vogt confirmed that Thomas (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus this week, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.

Impact Thomas has been on the shelf since April 22 with a right wrist bone bruise, but he's been free of pain for a few days now and is ready to test himself in minor-league games. Before landing on the 10-day injured list, Thomas had gotten off to a miserable start to the season, slashing .156/.188/.178 over his first 13 games. Thomas may need to produce well at the plate during his rehab assignment to convince the Guardians that he's ready to take back an everyday role in center field from Angel Martinez once he's activated.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians take on the Brewers in first of 3-game series

The Cleveland Guardians begin a three-game series at home against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Could soon begin rehab assignment The Guardians are hopeful Thomas (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment this week, MLB.com reports.

Impact Thomas ramped up to baseball activities within the last week, and manager Stephen Vogt said Friday that the outfield is "pain free." Cleveland is targeting a mid-to-late May return for Thomas.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians and Phillies play, winner secures 3-game series

The Cleveland Guardians and Philadelphia Phillies play on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game series

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Guardians host the Phillies on 4-game home win streak

The Cleveland Guardians, on a four-game home winning streak, host the Philadelphia Phillies

MAY 10 • Associated Press