CLEVELAND, Ohio — While the Guardians chase a playoff berth that seemed impossible just weeks ago, another story unfolded over the weekend that transcends the pennant race – one that had the entire organization watching with tears in their eyes.

Daniel Espino, Cleveland’s 2019 first-round pick who hadn’t pitched in an game since April 2022, finally returned to the mound for Triple-A Columbus on Saturday. The comeback represents much more than just another prospect development; it’s a testament to human resilience through unimaginable adversity.

“Espino had tears in his eyes when he left the mound because he’s worked so hard to come back after two major shoulder surgeries and a knee injury,” Paul Hoynes revealed on the latest Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast . “He lost his father during

See Full Page