Cade Cracas

Joined: Sep 14, 2025

Cade Cracas is a sports media professional with experience in play-by-play, broadcasting and digital storytelling. He is a recent graduate of Ashland University with degrees in digital media production and journalism.

May 2, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Colin Holderman (35) throws a pitch against the Athletics during the eighth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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On Saturday, May 9, it was announced that the Guardians were trading for San Francisco Giants catcher Patrick Bailey, who has won two Golden Glove awards, in exchange for prospect pitcher Matt Wilkinson and this year's 29th overall selection in the draft.

Apr 23, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb (62) returns to the mound behind catcher Patrick Bailey (14) after the Los Angeles Dodgers scored a run during the fourth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians have seen enough from catcher Bo Naylor, optioning him to Triple-A Columbus while trading for the San Francisco Giants catcher and two-time Golden Glove Winner, Patrick Bailey, in the process.

Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias (13) throws to first base in the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians are no strangers to injuries, but fortunately, they've been relatively untouched the past few weeks. On Friday, manager Stephen Vogt provided updates on the three players who are banged up, though, issues his thoughts

May 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana (37) hits a home run during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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On Friday, May 9, in a series-opening contest against the Minnesota Twins, former No. 1 overall pick Travis Bazzana belted his first career big league home run into deep right-center field. His hot streak continues after the Guardians' road trip.

Feb 19, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Franco Aleman (92) during media day in Goodyear. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians called up 25-year-old reliever Franco Aleman to make his major league debut on Friday, May 8. He spoke to the media before the series-opener against the Minnesota Twins.

Jun 28, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Glove sits on the dugout wall prior to the game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians have a plethora of young talent throughout their minor league organization, and at the bottom of the ladder sit the Lake County Captains, who sport many of the players taken in the first four rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft.

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The Cleveland Guardians are shaking up the roster yet again, adding another youngster to the mix. On Friday, May 8, the Guardians brought up right-handed reliever Franco Aleman to make his major league debut.

Jun 27, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A general view a Cleveland Guardians hat and glove on the dugout railing before a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians decided to select Braylon Doughty back in the 2024 MLB June Amateur Draft, and since, has begun showing just how impactful he can be on the mound. On Thursday, he conducted an exclusive interview with the BIGPLAY Sports Network.

May 2, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana (37) reacts after hitting his first career base hit against the Athletics during the seventh inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians were missing a bit of fire on the base paths, and since his call-up just last week, prospect infielder Travis Bazzana has been swiping bags left and right. He is already sitting with the third-most stolen bases on the year.

May 3, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor (23) looks down as he is pitch ran for during the ninth inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians travelled to Kansas City to finish a four-game set, downing them in the series finale. The win was spotlighted by Bo Naylor who blasted a three-run home run late in the game to five the team insurance.

Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Cade Smith (36) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians needed a strong finish to Wednesday night's outing, and with closer Cade Smith finishing the game, he was able to lockdown the win for the team. They had previously lost three-straight games.

May 3, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians right fielder Chase DeLauter (24) jogs to the dugout after the final out of the bottom of the fourth inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Guardians were able to end a mini losing spell on Wednesday, May 6, downing the Kansas City Royals, 3-1. The Guardians were led by their "Guards Ball" mentality, knocking five hits but finding a way to string on runs.

Cade Cracas

Joined: Sep 14, 2025

Colin Holderman's Return From Triple-A Strengthens Guardians Bullpen Greatly

Tanner Bibee Receives Little Run Support Yet Again, Guardians Can't Topple Twins

Patrick Bailey Returns to the East Coast, Excited to Be Closer to Home

Stephen Vogt Gives Heart-Tugging Response on Bo Naylor’s Optioning to Minors

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Chris Antonetti Explains Why the Guardians Traded For Patrick Bailey on Saturday

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Guardians Move Away From Bo Naylor, Trade for Two-Time Golden Glover Patrick Bailey

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Stephen Vogt Provides Injury Updates on Three Major League Contributors

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From Down Under to Over the Wall: Travis Bazzana Belts First Major League Home Run

Prospects

Franco Aleman’s ‘Childhood Dream Comes True’ in Call-up to Major League Roster

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Cleveland Guardians 2025 MLB Draft Class Already Adjusting Well to Pro Baseball

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Guardians Promote Triple-A Reliever Franco Aleman to Major League Roster

Prospects

Don’t Sleep on Braylon Doughty: The High-A Prospect Poised To Be a Big Leaguer

Travis Bazzana Steals Fourth Base Since Call-Up, Gives Cleveland a Needed Spark

Bo Naylor’s Second Longball Helps Guardians Leave K.C. With a Series Split

Cade Smith’s Dominant Outing vs. Royals Helps Change His 2026 Narrative

Cleveland Guardians Beat Royals in Low-Scoring Defensive Clash on Wednesday