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Following an incredible start to the 2026 season in spring training, first base prospect Ralphy Velazquez was optioned to the minors. He knocked five hits and two doubles in 13 at-bats, taking advantage of the limited opportunities he was given.
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Chase DeLauter is set to become a future staple for the Cleveland Guardians. And the question surrounding him has never been talent. It's always been his health. In 2026, the coaching staff is being extra careful in preparation for the regular season.
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The Cleveland Guardians are likely just a few months away from
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The Cleveland Guardians are on the cusp of seeing a few of their top prospects make their debuts in 2026, minus this prospect who could be a year or two away.
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With prospects Milan Tolentino, Travis Bazzana and even Juan Brito climbing the minor league ranks, the Cleveland Guardians can’t afford to keep waiting and hoping that up-and-down infielder Gabriel Arias eventually pans out.
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See our strategy for building a 12-team fantasy baseball roster for 2026, starting from the 6th overall pick in a snake draft.
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The Cleveland Guardians are exactly 20 days from the season opener and their quest to defender the American League Central Division crown.
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Year after year, the Cleveland Guardians maintain one of the deepest farm systems in Major League Baseball, and the Spring Breakout Game, which is set to be in just over a week, will give fans an early opportunity to see the organization’s rising talent.
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With a crowded outfield and strong spring performance at the plate, the Cleveland Guardians may need to reconsider Ángel Martínez’s role. A move back to the infield could unlock his full potential, but it may also complicate the path for Travis Bazzana.
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It's been a few days since outfield prospect Chase DeLauter last suited up for the Cleveland Guardians. The Guardians' top talent has been inactive for a couple of spurts during the 2026 Spring Training window due to soreness and risk management.

In Case You Missed it

Heading into 2026, many have assumed that the battle for the starting spots in the Cleveland Guardians' outfield is wide open, but that actually may not be the case. Steven Kwan has his spot solidified, and Chase DeLauter and George Valera should as well.

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