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Our first look at Jakob Junis The Cleveland Guardians took on the Chicago White Sox, facing some familiar faces in the process. Gavin Williams had another fantastic start today.

MLB News / Field Level Media / February 16

Guardians add RHP Jakob Junis on 1-year deal

The Cleveland Guardians added right-hander Jakob Junis on Sunday with a one-year, $4.5 million deal. Junis, 32, was a combined 4-0 with a career-best 2.69 ERA in 24 appearances (six starts) with the Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds last season.

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Cleveland Guardians News / New Baseball Media / February 16

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 14

Report: Former Reds Pitcher Jakob Junis Signing With Cleveland Guardians

Former Reds pitcher Jakob Junis is signing a one-year, $4.5 million deal with the Cleveland Guardians according to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel. The Reds acquired Junis last July from the Brewers when they sent Frankie Montas to Milwaukee.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14

Guardians land 2.69 ERA pitcher amid spring training

The Cleveland Guardians know their identity and are not seeking to change it anytime soon. They have agreed to a one-year, $4.5 million contract with right-handed relief pitcher Jakob Junis, according to ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 14

Guardians bolster pitching staff after signing veteran to one-year deal

The Guardians and Jakob Junis are in agreement on a one-year, $4.5M deal, reports Kiley McDaniel of ESPN. The signing is pending a physical for the Wasserman client.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10

Free Agent Profile: Jakob Junis

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Cincinnati Reds News / Mets Merized Online / January 10

Free Agent Profile: Jakob Junis, RHP

Position: RHP B/T: R/R Age: 32 (09/16/1992) 2024 Traditional Stats: 24 G (6 GS), 67 IP, 2.69 ERA, 0.851 WHIP, 4-0, 51 K, 8 BB 2024 Advanced Stats: 162

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 6

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Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / January 4

Report: White Sox “in the mix” for free agent pitcher

Could the White Sox continue their active start to 2025? According to James Fox of FutureSox, the club is “in the mix” to sign free agent pitcher Jakob Junis.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / January 2

The Chicago White Sox are showing interest in this journeyman starting pitcher

The Chicago White Sox are still looking to add to their pitching depth, and they appear to have some interest in veteran starting pitcher Jakob Junis. The Chicago White Sox have been busy the past few days with capturing headlines with making some minor moves on both the trade market as well as signing a semi-big named free agent.

Cincinnati Reds News / Amazin' Avenue / December 30

Free agent profile: Jakob Junis

The 32-year-old is still on the free agent market. With the calendar set to turn to 2025 in just a couple of days, the Mets could still use some help in their bullpen ahead of the upcoming season.

MLB News / Brewer Fanatic / November 19

Could Brewers Sign Free Agent Spencer Turnbull to Jakob Junis-Like Deal?

About a week after trading Corbin Burnes to the Orioles last winter, the Brewers turned around and made a surprising expenditure, signing right-handed hurler Jakob Junis to a one-year deal worth $7 million.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 25

Postgame Takeaways: Reds Late Comeback Not Enough, Fall to Guardians 5-2

The Cincinnati Reds (76-83) fell to the Cleveland Guardians (92-67) 5-2 on Wednesday night. Here are our postgame takeaways: Another Strong Start from Junis, Bullpen Falters Late Jakob Junis gave up a leadoff home run to Steven Kwan, but settled down to have another nice outing, He gave up just two runs over five innings of work.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / September 24

Guardians vs. Reds Probable Starting Pitchers – Sept. 24

The Cleveland Guardians (90-67) host the Cincinnati Reds (76-81) on Tuesday to kick off a two-game series at Progressive Field. The contest begins at 6:40 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 12

Postgame Takeaways: Reds Lose Series, Fall to Cardinals 6-1

The Cincinnati Reds (71-77) fell to the St. Louis Cardinals (74-72) 6-1 on Thursday afternoon. Here are our postgame takeaways: Junis Pitches Well, Spiers' Struggles Continue Jakob Junis got the start for the Reds and allowed just a solo home run over his five innings of work.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 31

Trade Analysis: What Pitcher Jakob Junis Brings to the Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds made a stunning trade sending Frankie Montas to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday. They received two players, including Jakob Junis. The veteran reliever has been reliable.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / April 22, 2024

Brewers Pitcher Jakob Junis Alert and Responsive After Being Hit in Neck During Batting Practice

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis was hit in the neck by a batted ball while the Pittsburgh Pirates took batting practice on the field at PNC Park prior to Monday night’s matchup.

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / February 9, 2024

Brewers sign former Giants pitcher to one-year, $7 million deal

The Milwaukee Brewers added to their pitching staff last week by signing former SF Giants right-hander Jakob Junis to a one-year, $7 million deal. Junis was a consistent contributor for the Giants from 2022-2023 and inked a uniquely structured deal with Milwaukee after becoming a free agent.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Last Word On Sports / February 8, 2024