Joey Cantillo Bolsters Guardians’ Pitching Stockpile
Trade acquisition Joey Cantillo was in the midst of a breakout at Double-A before a shoulder flare-up. His handedness gives him an advantage in Cleveland.
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Trade acquisition Joey Cantillo was in the midst of a breakout at Double-A before a shoulder flare-up. His handedness gives him an advantage in Cleveland.
Drafted 23rd overall in 2021, Gavin Williams met little resistance as he climbed to Double-A this season. Best of all, he showed the mound presence of a frontline starter.
Bo Naylor had precisely the type of bounceback season he needed to have in 2022, and now he is positioned to gain valuable game reps behind the plate in Cleveland in 2023.
What the 24-year-old outfielder lacks in prototype power, he makes up for in bat-to-ball ability and hitting IQ.
Angels Martinez knows what to expect in baseball because his father spent eight years in MLB. The Guardians believe he has upside to unlock.
Shortstop Gabriel Arias’ blend of skills has him well-positioned for a long-term big league role.
The 2020 second-rounder is knocking on the door of the majors.
The 23-year-old has continued to produce offensively even as he learns the finer points of catching in pro ball. He was an easy protection call for the 40-man roster.
The 20-year-old shortstop improved his offensive output, his defensive play and his situational awareness. He is squarely in the organization’s plans.
The 2019 first-rounder made the most of his time at Cleveland’s alternate site in 2020 to set the stage for his breakthrough 2021 season at two Class A levels.
The versatile lefthanded hitter has put up strong numbers at every level he’s encountered.
The Indians love the premium velocity and competitive drive of their first-rounder out of East Carolina and think he can develop into a four-pitch starter.
The physical 19-year-old corner infielder had seen his breakthrough season interrupted by injuries, but there was still a lot to like about his performance.
The 24-year-old’s combination of offensive production and versatility make him a perfect fit for a Cleveland club struggling to score runs.
The 24-year-old lefthander garnered praise from Cleveland manager Terry Francona after his debut.
Bo Naylor’s jaw dropped on Aug. 31 when he got a text from his mother saying his brother Josh had been traded.
Few organizations develop pitchers like the Indians, and the 20-year-old Wolf, who was part of the Francisco Lindor trade, could carry on the tradition.
The young shortstop knows he has big shoes to fill but relishes the opportunity to play on the same field as his idol, Omar Vizquel.
The 21-year-old trade acquisition is expected to be tested in his first full season in the organization.
The 23-year-old third baseman has grown into power to accompany his strong batting eye. As he nears the big leagues, Jones learns a new position.
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