Cleveland Guardians develop power prospects amid playoff push
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians are focusing on their minor league talent as they chase a playoff spot in the AL. Currently tied for a wild-card berth, the team seeks offensive improvement with several power hitters developing in the minors. Despite ranking low in home runs and total bases this season, notable prospects like Ralphy Velazquez have shown promise, hitting 16 homers in his last 21 games. Manager Steven Vogt continues to strategize around an overworked pitching staff, but the Guardians will need more production at the plate to secure their postseason aspirations. The organization may look to call up a few minor leaguers as they head into September.
- •Cleveland tied for AL wild-card berth at 65-66
- •Guardians rank 29th in homers with 123
- •Ralphy Velazquez hit 16 homers in 21 games
- •Travis Bazzana has 9 homers since April
- •Minor leaguers may be called up for September
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Guardians Suddenly Growing Crop Of Needed Power Prospects
"The Cleveland Guardians need offensive help in the congested battle for an AL playoff spot. They have many power hitters in the minors not quite ready to help now.
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