The Cleveland Guardians will be without their ace pitcher Tanner Bibee for their upcoming game against the Baltimore Orioles. The right-hander is dealing with a sore right shoulder, prompting manager Stephen Vogt to make the decision to give him some rest.
Bibee, who has been a key contributor to the Guardians’ success this season, has a 9-4 record with a 3.48 ERA. In his last outing against the Detroit Tigers, he pitched six solid innings, allowing just two runs on seven hits. Since his debut in the major leagues last season, Bibee has been an integral part of the Guardians’ rotation, boasting a 19-8 record with a 3.21 ERA in 47 starts.
In Bibee’s absence, rookie left-hander Joey Cantillo is expected to take the mound against the Orioles. Cantillo, who made his major league debut recently, showed promise despite giving up three runs on four hits in 3 1/3 innings in a no-decision against the Philadelphia Phillies. The 24-year-old was acquired from the San Diego Padres in 2020 as part of a trade that sent right-hander Mike Clevinger to the Padres.
The Guardians, currently sitting atop the American League Central, will be looking to maintain their position in the standings as they navigate through Bibee’s absence. While his presence will be missed on the mound, the team has faith in Cantillo to step up and deliver a strong performance in his place.
As the Guardians continue their pursuit of a postseason berth, they will need all hands on deck to secure victories and maintain their position in the competitive AL Central. Despite the setback with Bibee’s injury, the team remains confident in their depth and ability to overcome adversity as they push towards their ultimate goal.
