Chase DeLauter Returns to Action Sunday as Designated Hitter

Guardians OF Chase DeLauter (lower body) will return to action Sunday, batting second as the designated hitter in the spring game against the Rockies, SI.com reports. The 24-year-old had been sidelined since being scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to a lower-body injury but resumed his running program Saturday. DeLauter, who made his MLB debut in last season's playoffs, is an early favorite to open 2026 as the starter in center field.