Ben Lively

A MLB veteran of the Reds, Phillies, Royals and Diamondbacks, and currently the Cleveland Guardians. Lively displayed a dominating performance during the Cincinnati Reds 2023 resurgence. On November 19, 2022, Lively re-signed with the Reds on a new minor league contract. He was assigned to Triple-A Louisville to begin the 2023 season, where he posted a 4-0 record and 2.33 ERA with 16 strikeouts across 5 games (4 starts). On May 9, 2023, Lively had his contract selected to the active roster. He made his first start on May 20 against the New York Yankees, allowing 2 runs on 2 hits and one walk with a career-high 8 strikeouts in 5.2 innings pitched. Following his great campaign with the Reds in 2023, Lively signed with the Cleveland Guardians and became an integral part of the rotation which was bogged down by injuries. His impressive effort was crucial to Cleveland’s success in 2024. From April to June 30th, Lively had a 3.03 ERA with a 7.70/2.65 K/BB/9 in 71 innings. He also did it by displaying an aggressively competitive spirit on the mound, endearing himself to Guardians fans as the team ran out to a healthy division lead. Through 9 starts in 2025, Lively has a 3.22 ERA with 29 strikeouts. He was off to a scorching start in May, only allowing 1 run in 14 innings over three starts before suffering a right forearm strain. Related Articles: Guardians Season in Review: Ben Lively Guardians pitcher Ben Lively discusses all-time great hitters, the best baseball movie Career Highlights & Awards 4th round draft pick - 2013