In the exhilarating 2024 AL Championship Series Game 4, Steven Kwan, a player for the Cleveland Guardians, made quite a show with his bat-throwing walk as he faced off against the New York Yankees. The opening day of the Major League Baseball event is a much-awaited day, with each team’s broadcast preferences playing a significant role. Notably, developments regarding the Cleveland Guardians’ broadcast arrangements have recently come into view.
On a recent Tuesday, the Cleveland Guardians lifted the veil on their streaming plans for the season of 2025. Major League Baseball (MLB) now has TV broadcast rights for the Guardians games. This development comes in the aftermath of Diamond Sports Group’s bankruptcy, the previous rights holder for broadcasting the Guardians games.
The entertaining 30-minute pre-game show featuring the Guardians is confirmed to be back on air for fans’ enjoyment in the 2025 season. A noticeable change however is that this show will exclusively be broadcasted before home games. Fans will also be delighted to learn that their favorite 15-minute postgame show will also make a return.
There’s an intriguing twist in the tale, too — the team of contributors for these shows has experienced a significant surge. The expanded roster is loaded with interesting personalities, each offering unique insights into game proceedings. Noteworthy among them is Cayleigh Griffin, the Cleveland Cavaliers studio host, who will serve as a secondary on-field reporter.
In addition to Griffin, several ex-players from Cleveland are queued to grace the studio. These include some of the most revered names in the franchise’s history – former scale-tipper Cody Allen, versatile first baseman Ben Broussard, tactful second baseman Jason Kipnis, swift outfielder Austin Jackson, and resilient relief pitcher Nick Goody. They will collectively bring years of insider knowledge and experience to the broadcast, providing fans with enriched context and deeper understanding of the games.
In other news, Cleveland’s pitchers and catchers returned to the field on a recent Tuesday. Following this, the rest of the Cleveland Guardians’ roster for the 2025 season is said to be reporting on the following Sunday, marking the full-force commencement of the upcoming season’s activities.
Anticipation is high for the Guardians’ Spring Training opener, scheduled for the 22nd of February. The venue will be in sunny Goodyear, Arizona, where they’ll meet the Cincinnati Reds head-on. The season’s commencement with such a strong matchup is sure to set a dynamic tone for what’s to come.
The official Opening Day for the Guardians’ games is circled on many fans’ calendars for March 27th, with them playing away at Kansas City. Additionally, there’s excitement building around the team’s home opener, which comes a bit later in the season; it’s set for April 8th against the formidable Chicago White Sox.
Reflecting on the last season, Cleveland clinched the American League Central title, owing much to the strategies of Stephen Vogt in his debut managerial year. The Guardians then proceeded to outperform Detroit in an intense postseason competition, affirming their calibre and solidifying their position in the league.
Despite their impressive performance, the Guardians could not overcome the titanic New York Yankees in the final rounds of the AL Championship Series. The loss, however bitter, does not discount the team’s brilliant display throughout the season under the rookie manager.
Looking towards the imminent 2025 season, the Cleveland Guardians are hard at work preparing for their battles on the field. With their revamped broadcasting crew and the energy of their players, they are sure to provide baseball fans with unforgettable moments.