Ben Lively

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88+23 innings of work. Following the season on October 18, Lively was removed from the 40–man roster and sent outright to Triple–A Louisville. [24] He elected free agency on November 6. [25]

Cleveland Guardians

On December 12, 2023, Lively signed a major league contract with the Cleveland Guardians. [26]

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Ben Lively
Cade Smith and Ben Lively (53479737114) (cropped).jpg
Lively with the Cleveland Guardians in 2024
Cleveland Guardians – No. 39
Pitcher
Born: (1992-03-05) March 5, 1992 (age 32)
Pensacola, Florida, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Professional debut
MLB: June 3, 2017, for the Philadelphia Phillies
KBO: August 13, 2019, for the Samsung Lions