Emmanuel Clase probe to have lasting effects for Guardians
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Shane Bieber impresses in rehab start, fueling Cleveland Guardians trade rumors ahead of the MLB deadline, according to an insider update.
Cleveland Guardians executive Chris Antonetti has delivered a significant update on the team's stance heading into the MLB trade deadline.
Anxiety over a potential trade could be affecting the Guardians' first baseman, who manager Stephen Vogt believes is pressing at the plate.
The Guardians, reeling off of both the Emmanuel Clase news and a crushing loss, look to rebound against the Rockies July 29.
The Cleveland Guardians are reportedly "fielding big interest" in All-Star outfielder Steven Kwan ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
In a recent piece from Jeff Passan of ESPN, Passan predicted the Guardians and Chicago Cubs would swing a deal involving a player who'd be an exciting trade target. That player is former Cy Young starter Shane Bieber.
The 'gut punch' to Cleveland's team morale and trust could force the Guardians' front office to reconsider trade deadline strategy.