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Guardians Face A Tough Roster Decision Before October

The regular season is almost in the books and postseason baseball is right around the corner. The Cleveland Guardians will be playing October baseball for the third year in a row. There are still some big decisions to make before…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 5:17 PM
Guardians Face A Tough Roster Decision Before October
Key Things to Know
  • The Cleveland Guardians must reduce their active roster from 28 to 26 players for the ALDS.
  • The Guardians have qualified for postseason play for the third consecutive year.
  • Right-handed reliever Craig Yoho owns a 6.87 ERA in 19 appearances since joining Cleveland.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Guardians must trim their active roster from 28 players down to 26 before the American League Division Series begins. Cleveland enters the postseason playing October baseball for the third consecutive year, requiring the front office to finalize its squad by Saturday.

Relief pitcher Craig Yoho and utility player Daniel Schneemann are highlighted as potential cuts. Acquired at the trade deadline, Yoho holds a 6.87 ERA over 19 appearances with Cleveland, while Schneemann has posted a .205 batting average with six home runs across 90 games this season.

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