Guardians News: What to Expect in the Upcoming Season

Pitching Rotations

Triston McKenzie to Lead Rotation

Triston McKenzie is expected to lead the Guardians' rotation in 2023. The 25-year-old right-hander had a breakout season in 2022, finishing with a 3.65 ERA and 191 strikeouts in 191.1 innings pitched.

Shane Bieber to Return from Injury

Shane Bieber is expected to return from Tommy John surgery and join McKenzie at the top of the rotation. Bieber is a two-time All-Star and finished in the top five in AL Cy Young Award voting in 2020.

Cal Quantrill and Zach Plesac to Round Out Rotation

Cal Quantrill and Zach Plesac are expected to round out the Guardians' rotation. Quantrill had a solid season in 2022, finishing with a 3.38 ERA in 186.1 innings pitched. Plesac struggled in 2022, but he has shown flashes of brilliance in the past.

Lineup

Jose Ramirez to Anchor Lineup

Jose Ramirez is expected to continue to be the anchor of the Guardians' lineup. The 29-year-old third baseman is a three-time All-Star and finished in the top 10 in AL MVP voting in 2022.

Amed Rosario to Lead Off

Amed Rosario is expected to lead off for the Guardians in 2023. The 27-year-old shortstop had a breakout season in 2022, finishing with a .283 batting average and 11 stolen bases.

Steven Kwan to Bat Second

Steven Kwan is expected to bat second for the Guardians in 2023. The 25-year-old outfielder had a strong rookie season in 2022, finishing with a .298 batting average and 62 walks.

Outlook

The Guardians are expected to contend for a playoff spot in 2023. The team has a strong pitching rotation and a solid lineup. If the Guardians can stay healthy, they have the potential to make a deep run into the playoffs.

Predictions

• Finish in the top three in the AL Central
• Win a Wild Card spot
• Advance to the ALDS