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By Michael DeRosa
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The Cleveland Guardians went on a real run this postseason but fell to the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALCS in six games.
Now, after coming just two wins away from making the World Series, the Guardians should be looking to make some moves this offseason. When looking at Cleveland's roster, one clear area that they should aim to upgrade is their starting rotation.
Because of this, they are now being connected to an intriguing free agent pitcher with the offseason just getting underway.
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In a recent article for ESPN, MLB insider Jeff Passan urged the Guardians to sign All-Star pitcher Casey Mize in free agency this offseason.
"What the Guardians really could use is one more solid starting pitcher, preferably on a shorter-term deal, with real upside. And the ideal candidate is right there for them. Sign right-handed starter Casey Mize**.**"
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With the Guardians' starting rotation needing a boost, it is understandable that they are being urged to sign Mize. He would have the potential to be a very good addition to the front half of their starting rotation if he bounced back from his tough finish to the 2026 season.
Mize struggled after being traded by the Detroit Tigers to the San Diego Padres ahead of this year's deadline. In 10 games with the Padres following the move, he had a 2-4 record and a 7.46 ERA. Yet, he also had a 2.70 ERA in 16 games for the Tigers before the trade, so there is clear reason to believe that he could turn things around in 2027. Thus, it would make sense if the Guardians took a gamble on him.
Mize was also an All-Star just back during the 2025 season with the Tigers. In 28 games that season with Detroit, he had a 14-6 record, a 3.87 ERA, and 139 strikeouts. If the Guardians signed him and he pitched like this for them, he would help them out nicely.
Nevertheless, it will be interesting to see if the Guardians will make a push to sign Mize in free agency this offseason. The fit looks very good on paper, and he demonstrated with the Tigers that he can pitch well in the AL Central.
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