Cade Smith's first opportunity to save a game in Emmanuel Clase's place turned into a nightmare outing for the Guardians righty.

ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan said that the Padres are considered a top fit for Kwan in the event that the Guardians trade him. While they aren’t jumping off the wall to deal the two-time All-Star, the Guardians — who are limping to a 52-53 record so far this season — would be silly to not listen to offers.

Cleveland Guardians executive Chris Antonetti has delivered a significant update on the team's stance heading into the MLB trade deadline.

Cleveland dominated Colorado in Game 2 of the series at Progressive Field — a 10-4 Guardians victory in which the home team scored in each of the first six innings. The Guardians lit up Rockies right-hander Tanner Gordon for seven runs (six earned) over three innings, and the Colorado bullpen was ineffective.

Emmanuel Clase, an All-Star closer for the Cleveland Guardians, is on non-disciplinary paid leave amid an investigation into sports betting, the team confirmed in a statement.

They found out around 1 p.m. that closer Emmanuel Clase had been removed from the team because of gambling allegations. Then came a 2 hour, 30 minute rain delay before the first pitch.

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AKRON, Ohio (WKBN) — Cleveland Guardians pitcher Shane Bieber made a successful rehab appearance at Double-A Akron on Tuesday afternoon against Erie. He tossed four innings in his second rehab appearance, allowing one earned run on three hits, with a total of seven strikeouts for the RubberDucks.