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As expected, All-Star left fielder Steven Kwan was among the remaining unsigned 32 arbitration-eligible and pre-arbitration players on Cleveland’s 40-man roster who were tendered contracts.
Guardians tender contract to Steven Kwan, avoid arbitration with three others
Will Brennan, Sam Hentges and Nic Enright were not tendered 2026 contracts by the Guardians and are now free agents.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:02 AM
As expected, All-Star left fielder Steven Kwan was among the remaining unsigned 32 arbitration-eligible and pre-arbitration players on Cleveland’s 40-man roster who were tendered contracts.
MLB will continue to produce the Guardians games, which will be available on MLB platforms in addition to the ESPN app.
Guardians’ TV rights acquired by ESPN in $1.65 billion MLB deal
ESPN gives fans anothers way to watch the Guardians in 2026.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
MLB will continue to produce the Guardians games, which will be available on MLB platforms in addition to the ESPN app.
Milan Tolentino, Trenton Denholm, and Ryan Webb are among notable Cleveland prospects left exposed as teams circle for potential Rule 5 steals at winter meetings.
Guardians risk losing top talent in Rule 5 draft after protecting four prospects
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November 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Milan Tolentino, Trenton Denholm, and Ryan Webb are among notable Cleveland prospects left exposed as teams circle for potential Rule 5 steals at winter meetings.
Two players who helped revitalize baseball in Cleveland in the 1990s are running out of time to gain entry into the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.
Former Cleveland greats running out of time on Cooperstown Hall of Fame ballot
The Hall of Fame dreams of two former Indians' stars from the 1990s are fading.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Two players who helped revitalize baseball in Cleveland in the 1990s are running out of time to gain entry into the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.
In case you missed it: On Tuesday, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt was named American League Manager of the Year for the second time in as many years by the Baseball Writers Association of America.
Guardians’ Stephen Vogt, Brewers’ Pat Murphy repeat as AL, NL Managers of the Year
Stephen Vogt, winner of his second AL Manager of the Year award, is the first Cleveland manager to lead his team to the postseason in his first two years as manager.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:33 PM
In case you missed it: On Tuesday, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt was named American League Manager of the Year for the second time in as many years by the Baseball Writers Association of America.
In 2023, Emmanuel Clase not only was on his way to becoming the Guardians’ all-time saves leader, he also was giving insider information to gamblers on when he would throw rigged pitches during games, federal prosecutors say.
Federal prosecutors say Guardians’ Emmanuel Clase lived a double life: record-setting closer, pitch fixer
Closer Emmanuel Clase was at the center of the Guardians' pitch fixing scandal.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:16 PM
In 2023, Emmanuel Clase not only was on his way to becoming the Guardians’ all-time saves leader, he also was giving insider information to gamblers on when he would throw rigged pitches during games, federal prosecutors say.
Cleveland’s superstar third baseman has now finished in the top three of MVP voting four times in his career without taking home the trophy.
Forever the bridesmaid: Is José Ramírez doomed to runner-up status in MVP races?
Cleveland's star third baseman finishes third in AL MVP voting while earning All-MLB First Team honors, continuing a pattern that has haunted the Guardians franchise since Al Rosen's 1953 MVP win.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Cleveland’s superstar third baseman has now finished in the top three of MVP voting four times in his career without taking home the trophy.
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The honor, announced during the 2025 MLB Awards show, underscored another season in which Ramírez served as the heartbeat of the Guardians’ lineup.
The honor, announced during the 2025 MLB Awards show, underscored another season in which Ramírez served as the heartbeat of the Guardians’ lineup.
November 14, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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The honor, announced during the 2025 MLB Awards show, underscored another season in which Ramírez served as the heartbeat of the Guardians’ lineup.
The honor, announced during the 2025 MLB Awards show, underscored another season in which Ramírez served as the heartbeat of the Guardians’ lineup.
Authorities hustled Clase, 27 — the best reliever in baseball since 2022 — to his arraignment in U.S. District Court in Brooklyn, part of a scandal that has left Major League Baseball reeling.
Guardians’ Clase, seeking to save his career, surrenders to federal agents in New York
Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase began the legal fight to save his career Thursday when he denied charges that he took part in a scheme to doctor pitches that he threw to help gamblers.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Authorities hustled Clase, 27 — the best reliever in baseball since 2022 — to his arraignment in U.S. District Court in Brooklyn, part of a scandal that has left Major League Baseball reeling.
Ortiz was arrested Sunday and entered a plea of not guilty Wednesday. Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase is expected to appear in court Thursday.
Guardians’ pitcher Luis Ortiz denies allegations in betting scandal during court appearance
Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz denied charges Wednesday that accuse him of being part of a wide-ranging gambling case tied his work on the mound.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Ortiz was arrested Sunday and entered a plea of not guilty Wednesday. Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase is expected to appear in court Thursday.
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Stephen Vogt just became the first manager ever to win the AL Manager of the Year award in his first two seasons — has he earned a contract extension with the Guardians?
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Stephen Vogt just became the first manager ever to win the AL Manager of the Year award in his first two seasons — has he earned a contract extension with the Guardians?
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November 12, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Stephen Vogt just became the first manager ever to win the AL Manager of the Year award in his first two seasons — has he earned a contract extension with the Guardians?
Picture: John Kuntz, cleveland.com
Stephen Vogt just became the first manager ever to win the AL Manager of the Year award in his first two seasons — has he earned a contract extension with the Guardians?
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There's potentially $10 million that the frugal Guardians could have tied up in a player that may have thrown his last pitch in the big leagues.
Are Guardians on the hook for guaranteed portions of Emmanuel Clase’s contract?
The guaranteed portions of Emmanuel Clase's contract are worth $10 million.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
There's potentially $10 million that the frugal Guardians could have tied up in a player that may have thrown his last pitch in the big leagues.
Let's hear it for Vogt, who is the only manager to win the award in his first two seasons on the job.
Guardians’ Stephen Vogt, Brewers’ Pat Murphy repeat as AL, NL Managers of the Year
Stephen Vogt, winner of his second AL Manager of the Year award, is the first Cleveland manager to lead his team to the postseason in his first two years as manager.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Let's hear it for Vogt, who is the only manager to win the award in his first two seasons on the job.
DeWine spokesman Dan Tierney said Tuesday that the feedback the governor has received is that the MLB’s new microprop bet limits should hopefully address the problem, and that they are a model for other pro sports leagues to adopt.
Gov. Mike DeWine softens stance on ‘prop’ bets, embraces MLB’s new limits on in-game wagers
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, who had called for a total ban on bets on individual sports players' performances, now appears satisfied with MLB's newly announced limits on such wagers.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:33 AM
DeWine spokesman Dan Tierney said Tuesday that the feedback the governor has received is that the MLB’s new microprop bet limits should hopefully address the problem, and that they are a model for other pro sports leagues to adopt.
According to the indictment, Clase started throwing rigged pitches for profit in April 2023. In 2025, he brought Ortiz into the scam after the Guardians acquired him from Pittsburgh following the 2024 season. Details on what transpired: https://l.cleveland.com/gt47yj
November 11, 2025 at 4:03 PM
According to the indictment, Clase started throwing rigged pitches for profit in April 2023. In 2025, he brought Ortiz into the scam after the Guardians acquired him from Pittsburgh following the 2024 season. Details on what transpired: https://l.cleveland.com/gt47yj
Major League Baseball has implemented new restrictions on pitch-level betting markets, capping individual wagers at $200 and prohibiting those bets from being included in parlays, effective immediately.
MLB, sportsbook partners restrict bets on individual pitches in response to Emmanuel Clase-Luis Ortiz investigation
Micro-bets will be capped at $200 and excluded from parlays under the latest agreement between MLB and its sportsbook partners.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Major League Baseball has implemented new restrictions on pitch-level betting markets, capping individual wagers at $200 and prohibiting those bets from being included in parlays, effective immediately.
Following his indictment on federal gambling charges that could land him in prison for up to 65 years, Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz released a statement Sunday through his attorney declaring his innocence and vowing to fight the charges.
Guardians’ Luis Ortiz releases statement declaring his innocence on gambling charges, vows to fight in court
Luis Ortiz and his Guardians teammate, Emmanuel Clase, both face multiple federal charges related to illegal gambling activities.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Following his indictment on federal gambling charges that could land him in prison for up to 65 years, Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz released a statement Sunday through his attorney declaring his innocence and vowing to fight the charges.
Federal prosecutors in New York have indicted two Guardians right-handers — Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase — for their alleged roles in a scheme to fix bets on pitches thrown in Major League Baseball games dating back to May 2023.
Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz indicted on federal gambling charges; both face up to 65 years in prison if convicted
Authorities arrested Luis Ortiz on Sunday in Boston on gambling charges. Emmanuel Clase is not in custody, according to multiple reports.
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November 9, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Federal prosecutors in New York have indicted two Guardians right-handers — Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase — for their alleged roles in a scheme to fix bets on pitches thrown in Major League Baseball games dating back to May 2023.
Another year, another Gold Glove for Steven Kwan. Where do you think he ranks among Cleveland’s all-time greats in the field?
Steven Kwan wins 4th straight Gold Glove Award; José Ramírez denied again
Kwan joins Kenny Lofton as the only Cleveland outfielders to win the honor in four consecutive seasons.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Another year, another Gold Glove for Steven Kwan. Where do you think he ranks among Cleveland’s all-time greats in the field?
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Guardians third baseman José Ramírez came out on top in a competitive field to win the fifth Silver Slugger award in his career on Friday night.
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Guardians third baseman José Ramírez came out on top in a competitive field to win the fifth Silver Slugger award in his career on Friday night.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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Guardians third baseman José Ramírez came out on top in a competitive field to win the fifth Silver Slugger award in his career on Friday night.
Picture: Getty Images
Guardians third baseman José Ramírez came out on top in a competitive field to win the fifth Silver Slugger award in his career on Friday night.
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Cleveland declined a $6 million option on a veteran left-handed pitcher and outrighted five players from its 40-man major league roster.
Guardians clear five players from 40-man roster, decline option on veteran lefty
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November 6, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Cleveland declined a $6 million option on a veteran left-handed pitcher and outrighted five players from its 40-man major league roster.
Cleveland will play 16 games at Goodyear Ballpark, including one as the visiting team against the Reds.
Guardians announce 2026 spring training schedule with split-squad opener set for Feb. 21 against Reds and Brewers
Cleveland will play 15 home games at Goodyear Ballpark in Cactus League action.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Cleveland will play 16 games at Goodyear Ballpark, including one as the visiting team against the Reds.
In case you missed it: Ramírez joined New York’s Aaron Judge and Seattle’s Cal Raleigh as the three MVP finalists, while Vogt is a finalist with Toronto’s John Schneider and Seattle’s Dan Wilson. Winners will be announced next week 👏
Guardians’ José Ramírez, Stephen Vogt finalists for MVP, manager of Year awards
The Guardians' historic rally did not go unnoticed by baseball writers.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:35 PM
In case you missed it: Ramírez joined New York’s Aaron Judge and Seattle’s Cal Raleigh as the three MVP finalists, while Vogt is a finalist with Toronto’s John Schneider and Seattle’s Dan Wilson. Winners will be announced next week 👏
What makes this year’s snub particularly perplexing is that Ramírez posted exceptional defensive numbers.
Why does the Gold Glove Award keep eluding José Ramírez?
Despite seven finalist nominations and elite defensive metrics, José Ramírez watches another AL third baseman take home the hardware he desperately covets.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:32 PM
What makes this year’s snub particularly perplexing is that Ramírez posted exceptional defensive numbers.
Kwan's remarkable achievement ties him with Cleveland legend Kenny Lofton for the most consecutive Gold Gloves by a Cleveland outfielder, cementing his place in franchise history. https://l.cleveland.com/x8la7g
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Photos: cleveland.com and Plain Dealer files
November 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Kwan's remarkable achievement ties him with Cleveland legend Kenny Lofton for the most consecutive Gold Gloves by a Cleveland outfielder, cementing his place in franchise history. https://l.cleveland.com/x8la7g
Photos: cleveland.com and Plain Dealer files
Photos: cleveland.com and Plain Dealer files