The Cleveland Guardians are currently just six games behind the Detroit Tigers in the American League Central standings. Cleveland is also only one and a half games back of an American League Wild Card spot. At 59-55, this Guardians ball club could make some noise down the stretch. According to MLB.com, former All-Star pitcher John Means could return later in the season , something that would give the pitching staff a boost.

Means is recovering from an elbow injury . The southpaw is expected to return in “late 2025,” according to MLB.com. He is also reportedly throwing live batting practice.

It remains to be seen how effective Means will be after coming back from elbow surgery. The 32-year-old was an All-Star in 2019 with the Baltimore Orioles, however. He understands what it takes

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