Oct 19, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) reacts after a double play during the fifth inning during game five of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images / David Dermer-Imagn Images

On Jan. 22, the Cleveland Guardians signed righty reliever Paul Sewald to a one-year deal. With experience as a closer and at other bullpen roles and positions, Sewald has a lot to contribute to the Guardians in theory.

Avila, 28, was designated for assignment by the Guardians on Jan. 22 when they signed free agent Paul Sewald, another right-handed reliever, to a one-year, $7 million contract with a mutual option worth $10 million for 2026.

In my opinion, you could make an argument for 4 different prospects in the #1 spot here. I think the top 4 is clear and concise, but the order of that top 4 is very debatable and

On Friday’s podcast, Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what Avila brought to the bullpen, and who might step in to pick up his innings. They also discuss the NBA’s idea to shorten quarters to 10 minutes, and how baseball’s pace-of-play initiatives might have had something to do with it.

Fun fact: Steven Kwan has won a Gold Glove in every season he’s been a professional. The 2024 All-Star grabs the #8 spot on The Shredder's list of the best left fielders in the game. #Top10RightNow pic.twitter.com/Mc5hIFBa79

Dylan Cease is a two-time Cy Young vote receiver. Lou Trivino is a former closer who has missed the last two seasons following Tommy John surgery.

He appeared in 50 games for Cleveland last season after being acquired in a trade with the San Diego Padres in April.

With the Guardians reporting to Arizona in a couple of weeks, here's a first crack at an Opening Day roster projection.

An outstanding defensive infielder, Gabriel Arias may get a chance to initially win the second base job for the Guardians.

The Cleveland Guardians today announced the organizational staff alignment within the Player Development System for the upcoming Minor League season. The Guardians Player Development system posted the second-best cumulative record (392-317,

The Guardians and free agent reliever Paul Sewald agreed to a one-year deal that includes a mutual option for the 2026 season. The club has confirmed the signing.