Denzel Ward Joins Guardians Ownership | Cleveland Guardians News

Denzel Ward, the Cleveland Browns cornerback and proud Northeast Ohio native, has officially become a minority owner of the Cleveland Guardians, joining fellow athlete Travis Kelce and other local sports figures in investing in the city’s beloved baseball team. Acquiring his stake from vice chairman David Blitzer — who retains the option to become controlling owner after the 2027 season — Ward embraces his roots as a “Cleveland kid,” thrilled to deepen his connection to the community beyond football. The Guardians’ leadership hailed him as a “hometown hero,” while Ward’s recent $62M contract extension underscores his long-term commitment to Cleveland on and off the fie...