Houston Astros vs. Cleveland Guardians - May 03, 2024

Gavin Williams and the Thirteen Strikeout GameToronto Blue Jays 1 - Cleveland Guardians 6

Astros to blame for why RF Cam Smith not progressing as expectedA deeper dive inside Cam Smith's advanced metrics tell a tale of stagnation, not progress. It seems likely not skipping the AA & AAA levels would have helped

3 things the Guardians need to do to make a deep postseason runThe Guardians are entering the final month of the MLB season in a good spot.

Guardians reliever’s crazy year comes full circle thanks to September roster expansionLast August the Cleveland Guardians added Carlos Hernández to their bullpen as a response for Emmanuel Clase being placed on paid leave. Thirteen months later,

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Dana Brown's public comments post Astros dismissal highlight his failures as GMBrown's appearance on MLB Radio raised some serious eyebrows about his tenure in Houston.

Astros Bypassing Mike Burrows Promotion with Ronel Blanco Raises Legitimate QuestionsBurrows hasn't given length, but his results have been far better than Blanco's.

Series Preview: Blue Jays at GuardiansOh Canada

A Season-Defining Start for Gavin Williams and the GuardiansNow or never time for the Big Rig

AL Wild Card picture after Colton Cowser’s incredible pushes Orioles closer to Guardians Colton Cowser's amazing catch prevented the Guardians from gaining a 1/2 game on the Orioles yesterday.

Wild AL Wild Card Race 🏁

One month left and it keeps getting crazier 🎥

3 red-hot Astros minor leaguers who pushed hard for a September call-upMLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 on September 1st. For the Houston Astros, that means much-needed reinforcements are on the way. Houston had an excellent week,

Guardians fans shouldn’t be scared White Sox unconventional roster addition The Guardians' are still in a good spot even after the White Sox's trade for Tommy Pham.

Guardians News: Welcome Back, Daniel and CarlosNews and Notes for Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

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Orioles taking advantage of Mets' waiver decision throws wrench into Guardians' postseason pathEven if the Orioles haven’t felt like a huge factor in the Guardians’ postseason path so far this season, their steady ascension to the fringes of the Wild Card

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Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

Three Positives From the Week of August 23rdAnother positive week for the Guardians has them comfortably in second place.

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Guardians could make tough decision with former rotation staple as Sept. roster expansion nearsGuardians could make tough decision with former rotation staple as Sept. roster expansion nears

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Parker Messick just proved he's the crown jewel of the Guardians' pitching factoryParker Messick's dominant start against the Royals showed how much he's changed in the past year.

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Chase DeLauter has finally become hitter Guardians fans dreamed he could be At this time last year, Chase DeLauter seemed like a bit of an unknown for the Guardians. Although he was ranked as one of the team’s top prospects, he hadn’t p

Call Up a Bopper, GuardiansLet’s seek some SLG

Se Acercan los Ascensos de SeptiembreFrankie de la Noche persigue un taxi por Columbus para descubrir quiénes ascienden a los Guardians antes de que salga el último bus a Cleveland.

September Call-ups Are ComingFrankie de la Noche chases a taxi through Columbus to catch the Guardians’ September call-ups before the last Greyhound leaves for Cleveland.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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Astros look even more foolish amid Nate Pearson's ridiculous Royals runNate Pearson is on a ridiculous run with the Royals, proving that the pitching-needy Houston Astros gave up on him too soon.

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

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José Ramírez is BackKansas City Royals 1 - Cleveland Guardians 11

Royals vs. Guardians (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 11-1 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Guardians seem set to use September roster expansion to add much-needed bullpen reinforcement It seems like the Guardians are set to add a bullpen arm when rosters expand in September.

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

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Guardians News: A Royal DrubbingYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Predicting Jeremy Peña’s next contract after his August swoon with AstrosHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has one year left until he's a free agent, and his August struggles look to really have hurt potential mega contract

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Guardians fans should be thanking Tarik Skubal after he all but KO’d Tigers from postseason raceTarik Skubal helped out the Guardians by dominating the Tigers in his return to Comerica Park.

Angel Martínez keeps showing why the Guardians didn't give up on himEven if Angel Martínez has some flaws in his game, his power makes up for it.

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Guardians Drop Series To RoyalsGuardians Lose To Royals 3-8

David Fry’s sporadic playing time has removed one of Guardians biggest roster advantages The Guardians are making a huge mistake when it comes to David Fry's role.

Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

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Royals vs. Guardians (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 8-3 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

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Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddlingJim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

Don't expect the Guardians to have any surprises up their sleeves when rosters expand in SeptemberAll signs point toward the Guardians calling up two familiar faces when rosters expand on Monday.

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Minor League Recap - Ralphy is Still Hitting HomersMinor League Recap for Friday, August 28th, 2026.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

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Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hitsBryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

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Guardians News: One to ForgetNews and Notes for Saturday, August 29th, 2026

No matter what, Guardians September call-up could spell doom for at least one former roster stapleThe Guardians could have to choose between calling up Kyle Manzardo and Daniel Schneemann when rosters expand next week.

Death, Taxes, and the Guardians not being able to hit Michael Wacha. Tale as old as time

Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Royals vs. Guardians (08/28/2026)

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The Guardians ascent back to a contender can be traced back to bullpen's quiet dominanceEven if the Cleveland Guardians' bullpen doesn't have the same kind of star power as years prior, it seems to have found its footing.

Yordan Chasing History 👑

Astros slugger looking to be only the 2nd Triple Crown winner since 1967

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

Series Preview: Royals at GuardiansWe’ll never be Royals

The Final 28: Guardians Path to the PlayoffsHere’s how we get there

Minor League Recap: Two more bombs for Nolan Schubart (30 overall)Your best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Guardians News: We’re Rolling Nowww-ahNews and Notes for Friday, August 28th, 2026

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The Guardians need to call Ralphy Velazquez up if they want their offense to reach its final form Ralphy Velazquez is the final piece of the puzzle for the Guardians' offense.

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4 biggest Astros X-factors who could make-or-break their playoff chancesThese Houston Astros players could be sneaky important when it comes to the Astros' playoff aspirations in 2026.

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Former Guardians reliever has a chance to get revenge on Cleveland thanks to Royals call up Former Guardians reliever Anthony Gose could get his revenge this week during the Royals three-game series at Progressive Field.

Yankees Lose Series to Astros 📉

Cole surrenders 3 ER, as offense can't answer 🎥

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Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's chances of winning Triple Crown for Astros in 2026Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is leading the AL in all the big offensive categories. Here's a realistic look at his Triple Crown odds.

Chase DeLauter could exorcise Guardians Silver Slugger demons with strong final monthChase DeLauter could end the Guardians outfield Silver Slugger drought with a strong September.

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To Ralphy, or Not to Ralphy: That is the QuestionMy kingdom for some SLG

Guardians positioned well not to repeat 2023 history after Reds’ roster movesThe Guardians need to avoid claiming Eugenio Suárez or TJ Friedl on waivers.

Joey Cantillo just showed Guardians why trusting him in the postseason could be double-edged sword The best and worst of Joey Cantillo was on full display on Wednesday in the Guardians' win over the Angels.

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

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Guardians News - Seven in a RowMorning News for Thursday, August 27th, 2026

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4 biggest Astros mistakes that were made during the Dana Brown eraDana Brown made many mistakes at the helm of the Houston Astros, but these four stand out as the biggest, as well as ones that the team will keep paying for.

Steven Kwan's fantastic second half has helped push the Guardians back into postseason pictureSteven Kwan has been one of the best hitters in baseball across the past two months.

Minor League Recap: Welbyn Homers, Jake Fox Has Huge DayYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros vs. Yankees (08/26/2026)

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The Guardiac Kids strike again! Comeback to Sweep the AngelsHow sweep it is

Astros' late rally against Yankees doesn't change Houston's Ethan Pecko problemThe Houston Astros survived a wild 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, but Ethan Pecko's second MLB start revealed the same command issues that have plagued him.

Guardians vs. Angels (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 4-3 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Adell Was a Deadline SNAG 🤑

Insider Jon Heyman explains why Guardians won with new addition

Jo Adell’s incredible start to Guardians tenure could lead to him netting unique Silver Slugger win Jo Adell has been building a strong case for the American League's right field Silver Slugger award.

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Matt Festa is Good Again, ActuallyCelebrate Festa

José Ramírez and Steven Kwan just showed how good the Guardians’ offense can be The Guardians offense looks a lot better when José Ramírez and Steven Kwan are producing at the top of it.

MLB’s looming CBA lockout is having frustrating impact on Guardians’ prospect pipelineRalphy Velazquez's potential Guardians debut could be impacted by the looming MLB lockout.

José Ramírez’s rough season could open door to nightmare Silver Slugger winner for GuardiansWhile José Ramírez’s was able to fight off Junior Caminero to win last year's AL Silver Slugger at third base, it could be a different story this year.

Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

4 general manager candidates Astros should look at to fill void left by Dana Brown firingWith the Houston Astros' GM role open, its time to start the search for the next one now. Here are a few names that could garner some interest.

N&N: Steven Kwan 5-hit performance spurs comebackYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Cleveland Offense Battles for the VictoryCleveland Guardians 8 - Los Angeles Angels 6

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Los Angeles Angels vs. Cleveland Guardians - 08/25/2026

Astros Take Down Yankees 🚀

Houston gets narrow win behind Yainer Diaz 2 HR game

Guardians gain Wild Card advantage after Shane Bieber trade burns Blue Jays againSomehow, the Toronto Blue Jays are still in the middle of the American League postseason picture. Their offense stinks and their pitching is nowhere near where

Guardians officially re-enter postseason picture with strong win over Angels The Cleveland Guardians now own the American League's final Wild Card spot after their win over the Angels on Tuesday.

Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

Cooper Ingle’s June gaffe against Rangers could end up looming large for GuardiansPart of the reason why the Rangers have the postseason tiebreaker over the Guardians is because of Cooper Ingle's misplay against them in June.

Guardians News: Got Five, Looking for SixNews and Notes for Tuesday, August 25th, 2026

Former Guardians starter blossoming into staple in Rangers’ rotation (and could be huge postseason roadblock)Cal Quantrill has helped pitch the Rangers into the middle of the Guardians' postseason path.

Astros might be using emerging bullpen weapon wrong but there's still time for a changeThe Houston Astros have developed a real bullpen weapon with AJ Blubaugh, but one has to wonder if the better play wouldn't have been working him as a starter.

Guardians Score Four to Win Five In a RowYou can’t pitch to Hedgey anymore

Guardians vs. Angels (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 4-2 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Worst Division in MLB History? 😳

How the AL West is setting new lows this season

Timing of Dana Brown's firing is aggressive even by Jim Crane's standardsJim Crane let Dana Brown run the draft and the deadline, then fired him 3 weeks later while tied for first place with just a few weeks left. Explain the logic

Rangers-White Sox series gives Guardians golden opportunity to gain ground in postseason raceThe Guardians have a great chance to make up some ground in both the Wild Card and AL Central races thanks to the Rangers-White Sox series.

Much-needed Guardians lineup update shows just how much front office nailed trade deadlineThe Guardians lineup dominated this weekend while having an unprecedented amount of consistency. The trade deadline helped with that.

Stephen Vogt Needs to Pick a Lineup and Stick With ItA call for consistency

Stephen Vogt Tiene Que Elegir Una Alineación Y Mantenerla.Un llamado a la coherencia

Joe Espada’s gaffe didn’t cost Astros, but looks far worse after Dana Brown's firingAfter parting ways with GM Dana Brown, the Houston Astros microscope turns to manager Joe Espada, who's tenure in charge hasn't lived up to what fans had hoped.

Minor League Recap: Have a day Ryan CesariniYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the Astros land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

Jo Adell has quietly fixed his biggest flaw since joining Guardians While Jo Adell has given the Guardians plenty of offense, he's also been solid on defense.

Series Preview: Guardians at AngelsGuardian Angel Series

Astros remove GM Dana Brown midway through playoff race in shockingly timed moveFresh off only taking three wins of a nine-game homestand that included games against the Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and the Athletics, Houston Astro

🚨 Astros, GM Part WaysDana Brown's contract was set to expire after season

Updated AL playoff picture after Guardians get the job done against RockiesThe Guardians thrust themselves back into the American League postseason picture thanks to a strong series against the Rockies

Three Positives From the Week of August 16thYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Guardians News: Cleveland is a Better Team than ColoradoNews and Notes for Monday, August 24th, 2026

MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

Guardians Sweep RockiesCleveland Guardians 7 - Colorado Rockies 2

Guardians vs. Rockies (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 7-2 win vs. Colorado Rockies 🎥

Astros are looking like draft geniuses after start to Logan Hughes' professional careerHouston Astros first round pick Logan Hughes could not have had a better start to his professional career and its time to give the front office some flowers.

Athletics vs. Astros (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-6 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Minor League Recap: Three more bombs for Ralphy VelazquezYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Gabriel Arias just swiped a former Guardian's Cubs roster spot after very minimal impact Six years ago, the Guardians acquired Owen Miller and Gabriel Arias in the same trade. Today, Arias took Miller's spot on the Cubs roster.

Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

Previewing the Astros remaining 2026 schedule including vital stretch to start SeptemberThe Houston Astros' final six weeks have become that much harder, because they haven't been able to capitalize on a recent easy stretch.

Jo Adell Powers Guardians Over Rockies In Game 2Your best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Guardians vs. Rockies (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 4-3 win vs. Colorado Rockies 🎥

Athletics vs. Astros (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Mike Burrows’ turnaround on rehab assignment may come too late for the Astros in 2026Mike Burrows made his second rehab start and could be back soon, but is his return enough to fix the Astros' pitching woes in the final month of the season?

MLB HR Leader Rankings 📊Where each squad's slugger stacks up from obvious to most shocking ➡️