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Stuart Fairchild Stuart Fairchild Moves around outfield in win
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 8:42 AM
Fairchild started in center field and went 2-for-2 with a stolen base in Saturday's 3-1 win over Detroit. He was also hit by a pitch.
Analysis: Fairchild had to move mid-game, from center to right field, when Chase DeLauter (ribs) was removed. Later, Angel Martinez (foot) made an early exit. He's been used sparingly since his contract was selected from Triple-A Columbus at the end of May, but pending the statuses of DeLauter and Martinez, Fairchild could see an uptick in playing time. |
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Daniel Schneemann Daniel Schneemann Likely candidate at third base
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 8:30 AM
Schneemann is the most likely candidate to fill in at third base after Jose Ramirez suffered a fractured left hamate bone Saturday, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Schneemann already entered the game for injured outfielder Chase DeLauter (ribs) but was moved to the hot corner to cover for Ramirez. He's the most likely candidate currently rostered to fill in, having made 43 career starts and 63 appearances at third base. David Fry is another on the current roster, but he's made just seven career appearances spanning 18 innings. If Guardians manager Stephen Vogt wants to leave Schneemann in a versatile role -- which the manager values -- the team could bring Gabriel Arias (hamstring) off the 60-day IL to play third. |
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Gabriel Arias Gabriel Arias May be needed at third base
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 8:17 AM
Arias (hamstring) is one option to fill in at third base after Jose Ramirez suffered a fractured left hamate bone Saturday, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Arias is currently on a rehab assignment at Triple-A Columbus, where he's being prepared for a utility role, including one game at third base. The Guardians could alter those plans, as manager Stephen Vogt manages the lineup without Ramirez. Daniel Schneemann and David Fry are possibilities on the current roster. Arias can be activated off the 60-day IL at any point. |
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Daniel Schneemann Daniel Schneemann Launches two-run homer
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 6:58 AM
Schneemann went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Saturday's win over the Tigers.
Analysis: Schneemann entered the game at the bottom of the first inning as a pinch-runner for the injured Chase DeLauter (ribs), and he'd end up playing a key role offensively by launching a two-run shot in the bottom of the third inning. This was Schneemann's fifth long ball of the season, and his first since April 27. |
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Joey Cantillo Joey Cantillo Tosses five innings in win
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 6:55 AM
Cantillo (5-3) earned the win Saturday against the Tigers after tossing five innings of one-run ball. He gave up six hits while striking out four.
Analysis: Cantillo allowed the Tigers' lone run of the game following an RBI single from Dillon Dingler in the first inning, but he settled down afterwards and ultimately earned the win. One of the most positive aspects for Cantillo in this outing is the fact that he didn't issue a single walk for the first time this season, and he also snapped a run of three straight outings giving up four or more earned runs. Cantillo, who owns a 4.38 ERA across 72 innings this season, is set to make his next start on the road against the Astros. |
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Cade Smith Cade Smith Records four-out save Saturday
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 6:48 AM
Smith earned the save in Saturday's win over the Tigers after allowing a hit and a walk across 1.1 innings, striking out two.
Analysis: Smith hasn't blown a save since April 14 and leads the majors in that category with 23. The star closer also has a career-best 2.48 ERA and a 1.04 WHIP across 32.2 innings (31 outings) this season, and he's been one of the best relievers in the majors with a 12.3 K/9, 2.0 BB/9 and 0.1 HR/9 thus far. |
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Jose Ramirez Jose Ramirez Fractures wrist Saturday
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 6:10 PM
Cleveland announced that Ramirez has a left hamate bone fracture on Saturday, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Ramirez was taken out of Saturday's ball game against Detroit in the sixth inning with what is now determined to be a left hamate bone fracture. The 33-year-old was slashing .238/.339/.415 in 310 plate appearances this campaign, well below his career averages of .278/.352/.500. The Guardians have yet to determine who will replace Ramirez on the active roster, but look for David Fry and Daniel Schneemann to get more playing time at third base in his absence. |
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Jose Ramirez Jose Ramirez Pulled from game Saturday
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 4:55 PM
Ramirez (undisclosed) was removed from Saturday's tilt against Detroit in the sixth inning, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It's not immediately clear why Ramirez was removed, but he fouled out during a plate appearance in the bottom of the fifth inning and was pulled for a defensive substitute in the top of the sixth. His removal is the continuation of a brutal day for the Guardians, who earlier lost outfielders Chase DeLauter (ribs) and Angel Martinez (foot) due to injuries. Cleveland has consequently had to shuffle around players on defense -- Daniel Schneemann is playing third base, Kyle Manzardo has entered at first base, Steven Kwan has taken over in center field and Rhys Hoskins is in left field for his first appearance in the outfield since 2018. |
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Angel Martinez Angel Martinez X-rays on foot return negative
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 4:22 PM
Martinez is dealing with a bruised left foot, and X-rays came back negative, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Martinez was pulled from Saturday's matchup against Detroit due to the injury, which occurred when he fouled a ball off his foot in the first inning. The fact that he initially stayed in the game bodes well for his likelihood of avoiding of a long-term absence, as does the negative X-rays. Still, it's too early to tell whether Martinez will need to miss additional time. |
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Chase DeLauter Chase DeLauter Dealing with bruised rib cage
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 4:10 PM
DeLauter exited Saturday's game against Detroit due to a right rib cage contusion, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: DeLauter suffered the injury when he crashed into the outfield wall while pursuing a batted ball in the top of the first inning. He initially remained in the contest but was pulled after grabbing at his side while running to first base on a single in the bottom of the frame. At this point, it's unclear how much additional time (if any) DeLauter will need to miss or if an IL stint is on the table. |
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Angel Martinez Angel Martinez Exits with possible foot injury
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 3:58 PM
Martinez was removed from Saturday's contest against the Tigers due to an apparent foot issue, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Martinez fouled a ball off his left foot during his at-bat in the first inning. He initially stayed in the game but was replaced in left field by Steven Kwan to begin the third frame. Martinez became the second Cleveland outfielder to be removed from Saturday's contest -- Chase DeLauter had to exit for a pinch runner due to an apparent side injury in the first inning. Updates on both players should come after they are evaluated by the Guardians' training staff. |
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Chase DeLauter Chase DeLauter Exits with apparent injury Saturday
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 3:36 PM
DeLauter was pulled from Saturday's contest in the first inning against Detroit due to an apparent injury to his right side, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: DeLauter crashed into the outfield wall while trying to corral a ball hit by Gleyber Torres in the top of the first inning. It's not clear if that was related to what happened during DeLauter's at-bat in the bottom of the frame, when he hit a single off Tarik Skubal but appeared to be grabbing at his right side as he approached first base. DeLauter was subsequently replaced by pinch runner Daniel Schneemann. The Guardians will presumably evaluate DeLauter, and an update on his status could come during or shortly after Saturday's game. |
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Cade Smith Cade Smith Notches save No. 22
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 2:54 PM
Smith struck out one batter in a perfect ninth inning to secure the save in Friday's win over the Tigers.
Analysis: Smith needed just 13 pitches to retire the side in order, picking up a strikeout of Riley Greene in the process. The 27-year-old remains on top of the MLB saves leaderboard with 22 and boasts a 2.59 ERA and 1.02 WHIP with a 47:5 K:BB through 31.1 innings. |
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Tanner Bibee Tanner Bibee Picks up second win
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 2:45 PM
Bibee (2-7) earned the win Friday against Detroit, giving up two earned runs on two hits and two walks while striking out eight batters across seven innings.
Analysis: Bibee gave up solo homers to James Outman and Spencer Torkelson, but those ended up being the only hits he would allow en route to collecting his second consecutive win. The 27-year-old righty has now tallied six quality starts in his last seven outings and put up a 3.43 ERA and 0.92 WHIP across 44.2 innings in that span. He'll look to keep building on the momentum he's gained during his next outing against the Brewers in Milwaukee. |
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Kyle Manzardo Kyle Manzardo Taking seat against southpaw
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 2:43 PM
Manzardo isn't in the Guardians' starting lineup Saturday versus the Tigers.
Analysis: Manzardo will begin on the bench for the second time in Cleveland's past three games -- both against southpaw starters. He regularly sits against lefty hurlers, though his .885 OPS versus southpaws is significantly higher than his .674 OPS against righties. Regardless, Rhys Hoskins is starting at first base and Jose Ramirez is getting a turn at DH on Saturday against Detroit ace Tarik Skubal. |
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Steven Kwan Steven Kwan Beginning on bench Saturday
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 2:39 PM
Kwan isn't in the starting lineup Saturday against Detroit.
Analysis: The lefty-hitting Kwan will get a breather with the Tigers sending southpaw Tarik Skubal to the mound. Kwan has a meager .525 OPS against lefties this season as opposed to a .622 OPS versus righties, and he's been out of the lineup two of the past three games -- both against southpaw starters. |
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Steven Kwan Steven Kwan Delivers game-winning run
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:42 AM
Kwan went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Friday's 3-2 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Kwan gave the Guardians a 3-1 lead in the sixth inning with a run-scoring single, which turned out to be the game-winning knock. Since coming off the bereavement list earlier this month, Kwan is batting .281 (9-for-32) with five runs scored over nine games. |
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Patrick Bailey Patrick Bailey Bat showing life
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:33 AM
Bailey went 2-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in Friday's 3-2 win over the Tigers.
Analysis: Bailey had a two-out, run-scoring single in the second inning to give the Guardians an early lead. The catcher has never been known for his offense, but his bat has come around of late with hits in three straight starts (5-for-12). Overall, Bailey is slashing .196/.236/.353 over 18 games in a Guardians uniform. |
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Daniel Espino Daniel Espino Promotion made official
Fri, Jun 12, 2026, 2:03 PM
The Guardians recalled Espino from Triple-A Columbus on Friday, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Espino was one of the top pitching prospects in all of baseball a few years ago, but his career has been sidetracked by injuries, including a pair of shoulder surgeries. He's moved to the bullpen this season and has finally earned a call-up after collecting a 5.30 ERA and 29:15 K:BB over 18.2 innings with Columbus. |
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Daniel Espino Daniel Espino Long-awaited big-league promotion
Fri, Jun 12, 2026, 8:14 AM
The Guardians will recall Espino from Triple-A Columbus prior to Friday's game against the Tigers, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Following two shoulder surgeries and multiple missed seasons due to injury, Espino is finally poised to make his major-league debut. The right-hander has been used out of the bullpen at Columbus, posting a 5.30 ERA and 29:15 K:BB over 18.2 innings of work. The timing of the call-up is interesting, given that Espino was scored upon in three of his last four outings at Triple-A, but the Guardians feel he's ready for his first big-league opportunity. Espino is likely to be used in low-leverage situations initially. |
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