Guardians Reportedly Don't Plan to Trade Emmanuel Clase Amid Dodgers Rumors

One of the most sought-after relievers on the trade market apparently isn't going anywhere.

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, "The Cleveland Guardians are telling teams they plan to keep closer Emmanuel Clase, who still is under team control through 2028. He’s eligible for salary arbitration one final time in 2026, and has club options for $10 million in 2027 and 2028."

He also noted that the Los Angeles Dodgers have been "scouring the market" for bullpen upgrades and have spoke to the Guardians about Clase, though such a deal seemingly is off the table.

Clase, 27, is 5-2 this season with a 2.86 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 44 strikeouts in 44 innings. He's registered 21 saves in 25 opportunities and has now posted 20 or more saves in three straight seasons.

While he seems unlikely to extend his three-year streak of posting 40 or more saves, he's having another strong year and would undoubtedly have a multitude of suitors if Cleveland decided to make him available in trade talks. For now, however, that seemingly isn't happening.