The Cleveland Guardians have added outfielder Chase DeLauter to their Wild Card Series roster against the Detroit Tigers, marking a potential milestone in franchise history. At just 23 years old, DeLauter is poised to become the first player in Guardians history to make his major league debut during the postseason.
DeLauter, drafted 16th overall in the 2022 MLB Draft out of James Madison University, is known for his power and plate discipline. This season, he played 34 games at Triple-A Columbus, hitting .278 with five home runs and 21 RBIs. Despite missing significant time due to injuries—including sports hernia surgery in March and a wrist fracture in July—he has impressed the team with his readiness and performance.
Manager Stephen Vogt expressed confidence in DeLauter, citing his preparation and strong showings in batting practice. He is expected to start in center field and bat seventh in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series, a key game as the Guardians seek to extend their postseason run.
