The Cleveland Guardians were ranked as one of MLB's top farm systems, according to MLB.com. They come in at No. 5.

We're going to miss both, but what do you say this time around we hit both bets and the home run. Let's get to it here at Friday Night Lines.  All lines are from FanDuel. They're being overshadowed by the Brewers-- we'll get to them in a bit -- but the Guardians have been the second-best team in the majors for a bit.

MLB Network will air a special Players’ Weekend program at 1 p.m. on Saturday, hosted by Albert Pujols and Greg Amsinger. The show includes exclusive interviews with Francisco Lindor and Paul Skenes, plus behind-the-scenes tours of bat manufacturers Marucci and Victus Sports.

The agency that oversees sports gambling in Ohio says it is working with Major League Baseball on the investigation of Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, but had no further comment.

Cade Smith aspired to become an eye surgeon before baseball became his career path. Now he's handling pressure-packed situations with the Guardians.

The Guardians were shut out for the 12th time and fell one game behind the Yankees for the final American League wild-card spot.

Morgan Wallen rocked a Jim Thome jersey in Cleveland, honoring the Guardians legend during a record-breaking concert.

Jul 13, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cleveland Guardians first base Kyle Manzardo (C) is greeted by third baseman José Ramírez (L) and outfielder Steven Kwan (38) after hits a three-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the sixth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images / David Banks-Imagn Images

The Guardians face bullpen challenges as their closer remains on leave, while the team pushes for a wild card spot just half a game behind the Yankees.

Jose Ramirez came around to score three times and the Guardians bullpen was solid in a win over the Marlins Aug. 14.