It wouldn’t be Spring Training if a few players weren’t dealing with a couple of injuries and ailments. Here’s the latest injury news on a trio of Cleveland Guardians who are experiencing some discomfort or soreness in one way or another. 

Stephen Vogt shared on Saturday that George Valera was dealing with a mild left calf strain, per MLB.com’s Tim Stebbins.

The last time Valera played in a game was on Monday, and while Cleveland’s skipper noted that he’s been able to do some baseball activities, it will still be a few more days until he gets back into a game.

Valera has had a very nice Spring Training, logging a .833 OPS in 24 at-bats. Hopefully, this injury won’t affect his status for Opening Day.

However, Valera does have a lengthy injury history, so it would make sense if the Guardians do end up being cautious with the 25-year-old.

Daniel Schneemann was set to start at shortstop for the Guardians on Friday, but he was scratched from the lineup with an ankle sprain. Thankfully, it doesn’t sound like the injury is too serious.

Cleveland’s skipper said on Saturday that the medical team told him it’s a 48-hour type injury, and if it were the regular season, Schneemann would probably be able to play through it. Vogt admitted they still have to see how Schneemann is recovering, but it certainly sounds like this will only keep the utility man out for a couple of days. 

Schneemann is having a respectable Training Camp. He has a .320/.346/.440 slash line in 25 at-bats while continuing to play elite defense. 

Hunter Gaddis hasn’t pitched in a game since February 27th after experiencing some right forearm discomfort, which obviously is a concerning symptom. 

Gaddis is back to throwing off a mound and has thrown one bullpen session since then, with Vogt saying he’s scheduled to throw another on Sunday. “He’s been feeling really good,” said Cleveland’s skipper. 

Vogt didn’t say anything about Gaddis’ status for Opening Day, which is now under two weeks away. In theory, it doesn’t take as long for a reliever to get built up compared to a starter. However, it’s still a little concerning that Gaddis hasn’t pitched in game action in three weeks.

Whether the Guardians have Gaddis to start the season could have major implications for the bullpen and for who makes the roster. 

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