Overview
- Cleveland declined its $6 million club option on left-hander John Means for 2026, making him a free agent.
- The Guardians outrighted Kolby Allard, Matt Krook, Ben Lively, Dom Nuñez and Will Wilson, and each elected free agency.
- Outfielder Will Brennan and relievers Sam Hentges and Andrew Walters were reinstated from the 60-day injured list.
- The 40-man roster stands at 37 players following Thursday’s transactions.
- Means made seven minor-league rehab starts after a second Tommy John surgery and did not appear in the majors in 2025 as opportunities tightened during the pennant race.