The Guardians and lefty John Means have agreed on a one-year deal with a club option for 2026, reports MLB.com. Remember, Means had his second Tommy John surgery last June so this is a lottery ticket in hopes he comes back strong late in 2025 and then the Guardians could exercise his option.

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Question: I was somewhat surprised that John Means decided to leave the Orioles, particularly given his injury status. Does Cleveland represent a better opportunity for him down the road? Or did the O’s not really show interest or pursue him for potential future pitching help?

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Smith shared those details Monday morning, his first day back at Mets spring training, having returned on a one-year, $1 million contract. He is unlikely to pitch in 2025 as he recovers from his second Tommy John surgery,

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