The Cleveland Guardians have placed John Means on the 15-day IL as he continues to recover from Tommy John surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Means remains in the early stages of a lengthy rehab process following his second Tommy John surgery in June 2024. While a return in the final month of the season is possible, the Guardians may choose to keep him sidelined until 2026 to ensure a full recovery.

John Means (elbow) has extended his throwing distance to 75-90 feet as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery, per reports.

Fantasy Impact

Means remains in the early stages of a long rehab process following his second Tommy John procedure last June. While he could potentially return in the final month of the season, the Orioles may opt to keep him sidelined until 2026 to ensure a full recovery.

The Guardians are in agreement with SP John Means on a contract for 2025.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes a club option for 2026. Means is expected to report to camp on Tuesday. He is recovering from Tommy John surgery.

The Guardians and free agent pitcher John Means are reportedly in "advanced talks" on a deal.

Fantasy Impact

It had been reported earlier in the offseason that the Orioles had interest in bringing back Means, but his market has overall been quiet as of late. He has been limited to just 10 combined starts across the past three seasons.

The Orioles have maintained interest in bringing back John Means.

Fantasy Impact

Means is expected to miss almost all of this upcoming season after undergoing a second Tommy John surgery. Where ever he lands, it'll likely be on a two-year deal.