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Guardians Acquire Yoho, Perkins for Bullpen and Batting Boost
2 Aug
Summary
- Guardians bolster bullpen and offense with Yoho and Perkins.
- Craig Yoho, a former Brewers prospect, brings pitching depth.
- Blake Perkins is acquired to potentially improve the offense.
The Cleveland Guardians have actively sought to strengthen their team by acquiring reliever Craig Yoho and outfielder Blake Perkins. These moves are aimed at addressing the Guardians' needs for enhanced pitching depth and improved offensive production.
Craig Yoho, a right-handed reliever drafted in 2023, has shown significant promise in the minor leagues. He boasts impressive statistics, including a 0.94 ERA and 101 strikeouts in 57.2 innings pitched in 2024, according to mlb.com. Yoho made his major league debut in April 2025 and has a career record of 6-0 with a 4.40 ERA in 68 games. This season, he has a 2-0 record with a 3.15 ERA and 0.85 WHIP in 20 innings for the Brewers.
The addition of Yoho is intended to bolster the Guardians' bullpen. Simultaneously, outfielder Blake Perkins is acquired with the hope of adding a new offensive option. Baseballreference.com also notes the Guardians have acquired left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki as a free agent. Meanwhile, Bo Naylor and Cody Heuer have been optioned to Triple-A, indicating roster adjustments are underway.
