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Akron RubberDucks pitcher Doug Nikhazy (29) follows through on a pitch during the first inning of an opening-day baseball game against the Altoona Curve at Canal Park, Friday, April 5, 2024, in Akron, Ohio.

Surprising Pitcher Emerging as Rotation Candidate for Guardians

A surprising pitcher is suddenly emerging as a candidate to make the Cleveland Guardians' starting rotation this MLB season.

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Jul 14, 2024; Ft. Worth, TX, USA; The Cleveland Guardians select Travis Bazzana with the first pick during the first round of the MLB Draft at Cowtown Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

WATCH: Guardians' Travis Bazzana Hits First Home Run Of Spring Training

Jul 8, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; A Cleveland Guardians baseball cap and glove sit on the dugout rail before the game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Multiple Guardians Prospects Shine In Second Spring Training Game

Feb 29, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Cleveland Guardians right fielder Chase DeLauter (6) catches a fly ball in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels during a spring training game at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Guardians Skipper Will Give Elite Prospect Plenty Of Spring Training Opportunities

Oregon State's Travis Bazzana (37) celebrates after hitting the team's second solo home run during an NCAA college baseball game against Oregon at Goss Stadium on Friday, April 26, 2024, in Corvallis, Ore.

Guardians' Top Prospect Confident, Diligent At First Spring Training

Sep 18, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A general view of a Cleveland Guardians ball bag in the dugout prior to a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Cleveland Guardians Sign High-A Catcher To Minor League Contract

Apr 3, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Clippers third baseman Juan Brito (24) warms up prior to the Opening Day game against the Omaha Storm Chasers at Huntington Park.

Guardians Reporter Compares Cleveland Prospect To Jose Ramirez

Apr 15, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A detail of the uniform of Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan during the game between the Cleveland Guardians and the San Francisco Giants at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Analyst Has Massive Worry With Cleveland Guardians Top Prospect

Aug 15, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez picks up batting equipment while preparing on deck during the seventh inning in the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Cleveland Guardians Farm System Given Interesting Rating

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Jun 9, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Gabriel Arias (13) watches his home run leave the ballpark against the Miami Marlins in the second inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Guardians Have Positive Early Spring Training Trend Emerging

Cleveland Guardians Triston McKenzie (24) throws a pitch in the first inning of a Cactus League game between the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Guardians, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at the Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz.

Overreactions From The Cleveland Guardians Spring Training Opener

Apr 15, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A detail of the uniform of Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan during the game between the Cleveland Guardians and the San Francisco Giants at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Three Guardians To Watch Closely During Spring Training Games

Aug 22, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means (47) reacts before being relieved during the seventh inning against the Atlanta Braves at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Scott Taetsch-Imagn Images

Why John Means, Guardians Are A Perfect Match for Each Other

Sep 28, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Ben Lively (39) looks away as pitching coach Carl Willis (51) walks to the mound during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Guardians Will Have No Shortage Of Starting Pitching Depth In 2025

Sep 12, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Jakob Junis (47) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

What Role Could Jakob Junis Have With The Cleveland Guardians?

Sep 16, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Kyle Manzardo, middle, celebrates with shortstop Brayan Rocchio, left and right fielder Jhonkensy Noel (43) after the Guardians beat the Minnesota Twins at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Predicting The Guardians 2025 Opening Day Lineup As Spring Training Starts

Apr 19, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Tyler Freeman (2) celebrates after hitting a home run during the second inning against the Oakland Athletics at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Why Former Top Guardians Prospect Could Still Turn Career Around

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Jul 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) celebrates his solo home run in the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 26 vs Philadelphia Phillies

Jul 19, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) celebrates during the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 24 vs Detroit Tigers

Jul 19, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) fields a ball hit by San Diego Padres catcher Kyle Higashioka (not pictured) during the eighth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 23 vs Detroit Tigers

Jul 5, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman David Fry (6) tosses the ball to first base in the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 22 vs Detroit Tigers

Jun 1, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Ben Lively (39) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 21 vs San Diego Padres

Jul 19, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) hits an RBI single during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 20 vs San Diego Padres

Jun 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman Josh Naylor (22) runs the bases in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 19 vs San Diego Padres

Jul 8, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams (32) delivers in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians' Betting Guide: July 13 vs Tampa Bay Rays