Ben Lively emerged as a key contributor for the Guardians during the 2024 season, finishing with a 3.81 ERA over 29 starts and establishing himself as the most consistent member of the rotation in the first half of the season. After signing a one-year, $2.25 million contract to return in 2025, he provides reassurance for the team's pitching depth. Despite experiencing fatigue after a career-high 151.1 innings, Lively's performance positions him as a potential fourth or fifth starter in the upcoming season, especially after being added to the playoff roster during the ALCS due to an injury to Alex Cobb.

Ben Lively was a solid mid-rotation presence for the Guardians throughout the season, but he heads into his age-33 year with questions regarding his low strikeout rate, 1.25 WHIP, and 4.66 FIP. While he provided value, there are uncertainties about his future role on the team, especially as the Guardians look to enhance their rotation for the upcoming season.

Ben Lively was added to the Guardians' roster to replace Alex Cobb, who was removed due to a lower back strain sustained in the series opener.

Ben Lively was added to the Guardians' roster to replace Alex Cobb, who was removed due to a lower back strain sustained in the series opener.

Ben Lively was added to the Guardians' roster to replace Alex Cobb, who was removed due to a lower back strain sustained in the opener of the series.