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Former Guardians Reliever Hits Free Agency Again

The 2026 MLB season is officially in the books as the Milwaukee Brewers have finally raised their first World Series trophy after nearly six decades of pursuit. It was a win for small-market teams everywhere and while Guardians fans can…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 12:30 PM
Former Guardians Reliever Hits Free Agency Again
Key Things to Know
  • Former Cleveland reliever Jakob Junis has hit free agency after the Texas Rangers bought out his mutual option.
  • Junis posted a 3.64 ERA, 18 holds, and six saves across 54 1/3 innings for Texas in 2026.
  • The 34-year-old right-hander previously made 57 bullpen appearances for the Guardians during the 2025 MLB season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Jakob Junis has officially entered free agency after the Texas Rangers bought out his mutual option. The 34-year-old right-hander spent the 2026 season with Texas, where he registered a 3.64 ERA across 54 1/3 innings while tallying 18 holds and six saves.

Writer Justin Hussong argues that Junis would serve as an affordable, reliable reunion candidate for Cleveland's bullpen heading into the offseason. Junis previously pitched for the Guardians in 2025, appearing in 57 regular-season games out of the bullpen before moving to Texas.

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