The Cleveland Guardians have a storied tradition of using the quiet moments of spring training to secure their long-term future. From José Ramírez's franchise-altering extension ahead of the 2022 season to the recent team-friendly extensions for Emmanuel Clase and Tanner Bibee, the front office knows that the best time to buy out arbitration years is before the first pitch on Opening Day.
This year the Guardians have a golden opportunity to lock in three more roster pillars this spring before their price tags skyrocket. Here's a look at the three we think deserve extensions the most.