Guardians assess bullpen options ahead of playoff push

The Cleveland Guardians continue their playoff preparations, assessing their bullpen on October 2, 2026. Focus has shifted to establishing a pecking order among pitchers, particularly highlighting Cade Smith and Erik Sabrowski as top options for crucial late-game situations. The coaching staff is considering strategies for managing high-leverage innings with potential backups like Gaddis and Espino. With the regular season nearing its end, decisions on the playoff roster are imminent, and the team's bullpen effectiveness will be closely monitored as they prepare for their postseason run.

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