MIKE ZUNINO NEWS

Guardians have a catcher that hits; what an interesting development this is Mike Zunino went 3-for-3 with two doubles and a three-run homer on Sunday against Seattle.

APRIL 3, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Homers in win Zunino went 3-for-3 with two doubles, one homer, three RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 6-5 extra-inning victory over the Mariners.

Impact Zunino took a seat for Saturday's matchup but was back in action for Sunday's series finale in Seattle. He went 1-for-6 with two runs, two walks and two strikeouts over his first two games this year but logged three extra-base hits during Sunday's 10-inning win. The 32-year-old has been inconsistent during his big-league career, but he hit 33 homers in 2021 and will attempt to rediscover his power potential this year following an injury-plagued campaign in 2022.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians' Mike Zunino homers, torments former team Mariners Mike Zunino went 3 for 3 with two doubles and a home run against his former team as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the host Seattle Marine...

APRIL 3, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Guardians beat M's 6-5 on 10th-inning error, take 3 of 4

José Ramírez scored on a bases-loaded error by catcher Cal Raleigh in the 10th and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Seattle Mariners 6-5 in the major leagues’ first extra-inning ga...

APRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mike Zunino Hits First Home Run In A Guardians Uniform Mike Zunino’s first home run for the Cleveland Guardians is a three-run home run against the Seattle Mariners.

APRIL 2, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

AL Central Preview: Guards try defending lackluster division

The Guardians were a surprising AL Central champion a year ago when one of the youngest clubs in baseball overtook the slumping Twins down the stretch

MARCH 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not hitting much Zunino has gone 2-for-23 (.087) over 10 Cactus League games.

Impact Zunino entered camp recovering from thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, but he was able to go through a normal progression with no setbacks in spring play. The 31-year-old rarely hits for much of an average -- his career high is .251 in 2017, but that's his only season above .220. He should begin the year in the a starting role for the Guardians, but top prospect Bo Naylor could push his way onto the roster at some point in the summer.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians get 4-2 spring training win against Oakland as José Ramírez, Mike Zunino hit home runs José Ramírez and Mike Zunino each hit two-run home runs to fuel Cleveland's offense.

MARCH 11, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Making second start of spring Zunino (shoulder) will start at catcher and bat cleanup in Monday's Cactus League game against the Cubs.

Impact He'll be making his second start of spring training behind the dish after he went 0-for-2 in his debut in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Reds in the Cactus League opener. Zunino didn't play after mid-June of last season after developing a left shoulder injury that was ultimately diagnosed as thoracic outlet syndrome. The veteran backstop appears to have bounced back well from surgery, however, and after inking a one-year, $6 million deal with the Guardians in December, he's projected to open the upcoming campaign as the team's No. 1 catcher.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians catcher Mike Zunino takes important first step in spring-training opener Mike Zunino plays first game since undergoing surgery on his left arm on July 28 of last year when he played for the Rays.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Mike Zunino Looking Healthy In Guardians Camp Following Injury-Filled 2022 Mike Zunino is on track to be the Cleveland Guardians’ starting catcher on Opening Day.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Could be ready for spring opener Zunino (shoulder) could be ready for the Cactus League opener Feb. 25 against the Reds, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports.

Impact Zunino underwent thoracic outlet surgery in July while a member of the Rays, and missed the second half of the 2022 campaign. He agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with the Guardians in December, and early reports indicate that the backstop will have no restrictions in Arizona during Cactus League play. Zunino offers more real-life value than fantasy value because of his elite defense, but there is a chance his impressive raw power could give him relevance in certain formats.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zunino on pace to play in Guardians' Spring opener GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- If there was any concern that Mike Zunino was going to be behind physically entering Spring Training, he’s already proven...

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • MLB.COM

Zack Meisel: Some Guardians notes... *Catcher Mike Zunino... - The Athletic Some Guardians notes... *Catcher Mike Zunino is on track to start the Cactus League opener next Saturday. *Reliever Enyel De Los Santos twea...

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Guardians catching situation: Where do Bo Naylor, others fit in around Mike Zunino? Zunino will be the starter. Naylor will be the future. But there's a lot for the Guardians to sort out at catcher for this season.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Guardians to see how much all-star form Mike Zunino can recapture after surgery Mike Zunino had his 2022 season cut short due to shoulder surgery, and Bo Naylor only received a small taste of the majors.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • BEACONJOURNAL.COM

Myles Straw, Carlos Santana, Austin Hedges & Mike Zunino – Terry Pluto's Guardians Scribbles Can Myles Straw bounce back? Pittsburgh loves former Cleveland players.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Don't Expect Any More Major Moves From The Guardians This Offseason Cleveland has already made two big moves this offseason with signing Josh Bell and Mike Zunino. However, it’s unlikely that the organization...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Terry Francona maintains Guardians' chemistry with free agents Josh Bell, Mike Zunino and 'seamless' staff promotions Guardians betting Josh Bell and Mike Zunino will not upset the balance in Cleveland's clubhouse.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Can Mike Zunino stay healthy? Goodbye Owen Miller – Terry Pluto's Guardians Scribbles The Guardians signed Mike Zunino, but there are some question marks next to that move.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

"I Want To Be A Mentor To Him:" Mike Zunino Talks About How He'll Work With Guardians Prospect Bo Naylor Mike Zunino is eager to work with Guardians catching prospect Bo Naylor.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Chris Antonetti, Mike Chernoff check two items off 2023 wish list: Guardians takeaways Free agent signings of Mike Zunino and Josh Bell fill big needs for the Guardians.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Catching up: Zunino gives Guardians upgrade, better bat

One of Cleveland's offseason priorities was to find a better hitting catcher

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Giants get creative; Rangers gamble on pitching; Guardians diversify lineup

Pedro Moura's new weekly baseball column examines the Rangers' risky rotation, the Giants' contract creativity and the Guardians' power play...

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Latches on with Cleveand Zunino (shoulder) agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with the Guardians on Tuesday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Impact Zunino underwent thoracic outlet surgery in July but expects to be ready to go for the start of spring training. His veteran presence will allow the Guardians to ease youngster Bo Naylor into things behind the plate. Zunino really struggled in 2022 before getting injured but slugged 33 home runs in 2021. He also has a superb defensive reputation.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE