News and Notes for Thursday, July 24th, 2025.
Let’s cut to the chase. DeLauter will not be joining the Cleveland Guardians for at least 6-8 more weeks. The team released an update on DeLauter’s status, revealing that he had surgery due to a hook of the hamate fracture.
We’ve got an update on Chase DeLauter.#GuardsBall pic.twitter.com/h9kOhjO64q
— GuardsInsider (@GuardsInsider) July 23, 2025
The Guardians took the series from the Orioles and are looking for a sweep heading into the next road trip. The Guards have won 11 of the last 13. If you missed the game, Quincy has the recap here, but its also worth pointing out a stat the broadcast mentioned. In the previous 12 games, the Guards scored 43 runs with 2 outs.
Zack Meisel posted a wonderful piece on our beloved broadcaster, Tom Hamilton. It is a must read.
Around the League:
The Guardians move within 8.0 games of the first place Tigers after Detroit lost to the Pirates.
The Rockies are on a neat little run, winning four of their last six. They will face the Orioles before coming to Cleveland for a 3 game series on Monday.
The Blue Jays are 4.0 games ahead of the Yankees in the AL East.