Cleveland Guardians Make Multiple Roster Moves Ahead Of Series With Minnesota Twins

The Cleveland Guardians recalled Will Brennan, Peter Strzelecki, and Joey Cantillo as they prepare for a four-game series with the Minnesota Twins.

Aug 4, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Angel Martinez (1) reacts after striking out during the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-USA TODAY Sports / David Dermer-USA TODAY Sports

The Cleveland Guardians start arguably their biggest series of the season on Friday with a four-game set with the Minnesota Twins. The organization made several roster moves before Friday's doubleheader.

Will Brennan Recalled

The Guardians optioned Will Brennan to Tirple-A after they acquired Lane Thomas at the deadline. Now, the left-handed outfielder is back with the big league club.

Brennan had been struggling at the plate since coming off the injured list on July 11. However, some time to figure out his swing in the minors may be exactly what he needed as he has a .371/.421/.571 slash line with an OPS of .992 in the nine games he's played with the Columbus Clippers.

Hopefully, this hot bat will translate to the big leagues.

Joey Cantillo Recalled

The Guardians needed another starter for the doubleheader and brought back Joey Cantillo as the 27th man to take the mound in game one.

The rookie southpaw has started two games at the big league level this season, coming against the Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles. In those appearances, he has a 7.36 ERA and a 1.77 WHIP in 7.1 innings pitched.

Peter Strzelecki Recalled

Doubleheaders always come with the possibility of needing a pitcher to eat some innings. With that in mind, the Guardians recalled Peter Strzelecki who has completed this task earlier this season.

Strzelecki has pitched in eight games (10.1 innings) this season for the Guardians and has a 0.87 ERA. There's a good chance he'll see some action in game one or two of the doubleheader.

Jul 28, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Joey Cantillo (54) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports / Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Angel Martinez Optioned To Triple-A

Angel Martinez was optioned to Triple-A in order to make room for these other players on the big league roster.

Martinez has been a bright spot in the Guardians' season, but even the switch-hitting rookie needs time to adjust. He has .208/.241/.321 slash line over the last 15 games.

Aug 4, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Angel Martinez (1) reacts after striking out during the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-USA TODAY Sports / David Dermer-USA TODAY Sports

Carlos Carrasco Placed On 15-Day Injured List

The last thing the Guardians need is another starting pitcher to be injured, but that's exactly what the team is facing as Carlos Carrasco heads to the 15-day injured list (retroactive August 8) with a left hip strain.