Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary administrative leave through Aug. 31 as part of Major League Baseball’s ongoing investigation into sports betting, per a league announcement. Clase’s teammate, Luis Ortiz, was the first (and thus far only other) player placed on leave under the ongoing investigation. Clase will continue to be paid while the … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Clase Placed On Administrative Leave Amid MLB’s Sports-Betting Investigation
Chase DeLauter To Miss 6-8 Weeks Due To Hamate Surgery
The Guardians announced today that outfield prospect Chase DeLauter required surgery due to a right hamate fracture. Their announcement noted that the typical return timeline for such a procedure is six to eight weeks. It’s yet another frustrating injury setback for DeLauter, who has had many of them. Recurring foot injuries limited his workload in both 2023 and 2024. This … [Read more...] about Chase DeLauter To Miss 6-8 Weeks Due To Hamate Surgery
Padres, Phillies Showing Interest In Steven Kwan
The Phillies and Padres are two of the many teams that have expressed interest in Steven Kwan, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Both National League contenders are known to be looking for a left field upgrade. Kwan would be one of the top hitters on the market if the Guardians made him available. Heyman suggests that Cleveland is willing to consider offers but are … [Read more...] about Padres, Phillies Showing Interest In Steven Kwan
Cubs Interested In Emmanuel Clase
The Cubs are one of the clubs “most actively monitoring” Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Clase has been recently connected to clubs such as the Dodgers and Phillies in recent weeks. The Cubs were also connected to Clase ahead of the 2024 season. It’s not a surprise that the Cubs or any other club would be interested in Clase, who has … [Read more...] about Cubs Interested In Emmanuel Clase
Guardians Open To Offers On Shane Bieber
The Guardians have made rehabbing right-hander Shane Bieber available, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. The 2020 AL Cy Young winner has yet to pitch in the majors this season after undergoing Tommy John surgery last April but is currently on a minor league rehab assignment. Bieber, 30, signed a two-year, $26MM contract to remain with Cleveland after that ill-timed injury. He can … [Read more...] about Guardians Open To Offers On Shane Bieber