The ageless Guardians slugger delivered another memorable moment while reaching a career milestone that prompts discussion of his Cooperstown credentials.

Carlos Santana said that he was not aware heading into Wednesday’s game against the Reds that it was also the 15-year anniversary of his June 11, 2010, MLB debut. But the 39-year-old still found a special way to commemorate the day.

Guardians' veteran Carlos Santana finished the game 1-for-4 with a grand slam home run, his eighth of the season. He is hitting .251 with the eight homers and 34 RBIs. The big game came on the 15-year anniversary of his major league debut,

Carlos Santana blew a memorable night for Guardians fans after 15 years since his Major League debut. The veteran first baseman slammed a third-inning grand slam to help propel Cleveland to an 11-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds in the final game—and bragging rights—of the 2025 edition of the Ohio Cup.

Will Benson, the man mainly responsible for the Reds winning the cup, received the Frank Robinson Most Outstanding Player award for the series. Benson, who did not play Wednesday because the Guardians started a left-hander, hit .474 (9 for 19) with four homers and eight RBI against Cleveland.

The Cleveland Guardians brought back Carlos Santana for a third stint with the organization due to his Gold Glove defense at first base, his productivity as a hitter, and his clubhouse leadership. Santana showed all of those attributes on Tuesday night despite Cleveland's 1-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds,

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana is listed as a potential trade chip. Here is why it does not make sense for the Guardians: