Kyle Manzardo Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 0" / 205 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 7/18/2000 (23)
- Experience
- 0
- College
- Washington State
Kyle Manzardo Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Kyle Manzardo News
Cleveland Guardians rookie first baseman Kyle Manzardo is serving as the designated hitter and is batting seventh on Monday in his major-league debut against the visiting Detroit Tigers and right-hander Jack Flaherty. Cleveland called Manzardo up from Triple-A Columbus to add another bat to their lineup with outfielder Steven Kwan (hamstring) going on the injured list. The 23-year-old left-handed hitter was done nothing but hit in the minors since coming over in a trade from the Tampa Bay Rays last year, and his mix of power potential and plate discipline make him an immediate waiver-wire pickup in at least deep-mixed fantasy leagues with a chance to play every day between DH and first base. The team's No. 2 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, could stick around after Kwan returns, too. It isn't the best matchup for his big-league debut, though, as Flaherty has so far been dominating hitters in 2024.
Cleveland Guardians first base prospect Kyle Manzardo is expected to be called up by the team on Monday with outfielder Steven Kwan (hamstring) heading to the 10-day injured list. Manzardo, the team's No. 2 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, is slashing .303/.376/.642 at Triple-A Columbus this season with nine home runs, 20 RBI and 25 runs scored. It remains to be seem exactly how Manzardo will fit into the Guardians lineup, but he will likely see most of his reps at the designated hitter spot. He is worth an immediate pickup in deeper leagues for managers in need of better power numbers.
Depending on the results of Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan's (hamstring) MRI results on Sunday, first base prospect Kyle Manzardo is an option to be promoted to the major-league roster. Manzardo, the club's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, could be on the cusp of his first big-league call-up after hitting .303/.375/.642 with a 1.017 OPS, nine home runs, 20 RBI and 25 runs scored in his first 29 games this year on the farm at Triple-A Columbus. The 23-year-old left-handed slugger would most likely be an option for Cleveland at the designated hitter spot in the big leagues if he's called up and Kwan needs a stint on the injured list. Manzardo also impressed with his bat in spring training. His blend of power and on-base skills makes him attractive pickup in deep-mixed leagues with a potential call-up coming soon.
Batting Order
1 | Tyler Freeman |
2 | Andrés Giménez |
3 | José Ramírez |
4 | Josh Naylor |
5 | Will Brennan |
6 | Kyle Manzardo |
7 | Gabriel Arias |
8 | Estevan Florial |
9 | Austin Hedges |
Kyle Manzardo Stats
Last 10 Games
Batting Order
1 | Tyler Freeman |
2 | Andrés Giménez |
3 | José Ramírez |
4 | Josh Naylor |
5 | Will Brennan |
6 | Kyle Manzardo |
7 | Gabriel Arias |
8 | Estevan Florial |
9 | Austin Hedges |
Cleveland Guardians first baseman Kyle Manzardo became a part of the team during the 2023 trade deadline, traded in exchange for starting pitcher Aaron Civale. Ranked as the second-best prospect in the Guardians' organization and 58th overall in baseball after 2023, the 23-year-old is poised to fill a crucial role in Cleveland's lineup. This acquisition comes at a pivotal moment for a team seeking a boost in offensive prowess. After the trade and a stint in Triple-A Columbus last year, Manzardo impressed with a slash line of .256/.348/.442, hitting six home runs in just 21 games. Noteworthy for his elite understanding of the strike zone, Manzardo adeptly minimizes strikeouts and maintains a high walk rate. While he doesn't have insane raw power, his recent performance at the end of the year showcased his ability to drive the ball out of the park to all parts of the field. In the upcoming season, Manzardo and Josh Naylor are expected to be core middle-of-the-order hitters, rotating between first base and designated hitter. With Spring Training on the horizon, Manzardo stands a good chance to secure a roster spot, providing a promising offensive contribution to a team in desperate need of power.