Cleveland Guardians delaying announcement of opening day starter

The Cleveland Guardians have not yet announced their starting pitcher for opening day on March 27. They are one of three teams in Major League Baseball without a starter named. Tanner Bibee has performed strongly in spring training, but manager Stephen Vogt has not made the decision public. In a recent podcast, Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discussed this delay. They pondered whether the Guardians are overthinking the announcement. Since Bibee has shown he can handle the role, they believe he should be the obvious choice. Hoynes noted that starting on opening day is significant for pitchers. Bibee himself expressed excitement about the potential honor. He is scheduled to make another start soon, which aligns with the opening day timeline. Noga suggested that perhaps the team is waiting to announce other rotation details along with the opening day starter. There are various possible reasons for the delay, including managing the rotation and potential contract extensions. Meanwhile, the Guardians had a successful spring game against the Reds, winning 3-0. Bibee pitched well, showcasing his abilities as a strong contender for the starting position. Additionally, Shane Bieber and his wife welcomed their first child, adding to the excitement in the Guardians’ camp. As the opening day approaches, fans are eager to see how the team's lineup will shape up and if Bibee will be named the star pitcher.