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5 questions facing Guardians this offseason

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By Tim Stebbins · MLB Official

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:43 AM

Key Things to Know

Tim Stebbins identifies five major roster questions for the Cleveland Guardians following their 2026 ALCS elimination.
Cleveland finished 24th in MLB in runs scored, needing more consistent offensive output heading into 2027.
Outfielder Steven Kwan is entering his final year of team control, prompting potential extension or trade decisions.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Following their American League Championship Series exit against the Tampa Bay Rays, the Cleveland Guardians enter the offseason with key roster evaluations ahead of 2027. Tim Stebbins outlines primary questions concerning lineup improvement, the starting rotation, Steven Kwan's future, first base, and the catching position.

Key issues include resolving Kwan's upcoming final year of team control and evaluating rotation options after Tanner Bibee and Joey Cantillo were moved to relief duties late in the year. Cleveland also faces roster choices at first base involving top prospect Ralphy Velazquez and impending free agents Nathaniel Lowe and Rhys Hoskins.

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