Scouting Report: Tanner Bibee

Summary

Tanner Bibee, 27-year-old Cleveland Guardians right-hander, has been pitching exceptionally well despite carrying a 0-6 record through early May 2026. In his most recent start against the Twins (May 9), Bibee delivered a gem with 6 innings pitched, allowing just 1 run on 1 hit with 2 walks and 9 strikeouts (season-high). He recorded 20 whiffs and was nearly flawless after giving up an early solo homer to Byron Buxton. Despite the quality performance, he did not factor into the decision in an 11-inning loss. Across 9 starts, Bibee maintains a 4.17 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and 45:18 K:BB ratio over 45.1 innings. The primary issue is lack of run support from the Guardians offense, not pitching performance. Bibee has allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in 4 of his last 5 starts. He maintains a positive mindset, acknowledging that pitching and hitting are different aspects of the game and that results will eventually come.