What is the Cleveland Guardians record in 2026?

The Cleveland Guardians are 1-1, 2nd in the AL Central.

Who is pitching for the Guardians today?

Gavin Williams (0-1, 5.40 ERA) vs George Kirby (1-0, 1.50 ERA). First pitch at 09:45 PM EDT.

What channel is the Guardians game on today?

Today's game airs on Apple TV, Apple TV. First pitch at 09:45 PM EDT.

Cleveland Guardians News & Updates

March 27, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians were 1-1, 2nd in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Cleveland Guardians downed the Seattle Mariners 6-4 at T-Mobile Park.

Guardians Daily Vibe Check

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the season is just getting started

Only 2 games in. Hard to read this team right now. Last night's 2-run victory is the freshest data point. Pulling the other way, a 1-0 week weighs heavy on the score.

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Guardians Game on March 27

Opponent:	Seattle Mariners (1-1)
Location:	T-Mobile Park
First Pitch:	09:45 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Gavin Williams (0-1, 5.40 ERA) vs George Kirby (1-0, 1.50 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Apple TV, Apple TV
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 41°F, Wind 5 mph

Guardians Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cleveland Guardians downed the Seattle Mariners 6-4 at T-Mobile Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	1	0	0	0	2	0	2	0	1	6	12	0
	1	1	0	0	1	0	1	0	0	4	6	0

Highlights

Chase DeLauter went 3-5 with 2 HR and 2 RBI.
Brayan Rocchio went 2-3 with 2 RBI.
José Ramírez went 1-5 with 2 RBI.
Rhys Hoskins went 3-3.

Guardians Record & Standings

AL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Tigers	2	0	1.000		W2
Guardians	1	1	.500	1.0	L1
Twins	0	1	.000	1.5	L1
Royals	0	1	.000	1.5	L1
White Sox	0	1	.000	1.5	L1

Cleveland Guardians are 1-0 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.

Guardians Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
24 Chase DeLauter	3	.444	1.888	3
10 Daniel Schneemann	0	.500	1.500	0
8 Rhys Hoskins	0	.500	1.292	0

Guardians News

The Guardians kicked off the 2026 season with a thrilling 6-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners, but the joy was tempered by concern for Tanner Bibee, who exited his Opening Day start with right shoulder inflammation. Chase DeLauter made an electrifying debut, launching a home run in his first at-bat, a glimmer of hope for a franchise desperate to shake its 15-year right field woes. As Erik Sabrowski aptly put it, DeLauter 'is not from this planet,' suggesting he might be the spark Cleveland needs. Meanwhile, former Guardian Oscar Mercado has joined the Phillies on a minor league deal, highlighting the contrasting fortunes of ex-players as the new season unfolds. With a mix of excitement and apprehension, Guardians fans are bracing for what this season holds.

Sources

Awaybackgone

Former Guardians outfielder finds familiar landing spot with Philadelphia Phillies

While Oscar Mercado hasn't been able to find the success he had with the Guardians in 2019, he's back in the Phillies' organization on a minor league deal.

Awaybackgone

Embarrassing Guardians streak officially on notice after Giants break Opening Day hex

The Guardians right field situation has been a black hole for the past 15 years. Could Chase DeLauter change that?

MLB.com

'Not from this planet': DeLauter shines in history-filled regular-season debut

SEATTLE -- Guardians reliever Erik Sabrowski has crossed paths with Chase DeLauter at various stops in the team’s farm system over the past few seasons. Along the way, the big lefty has made a bit of a determination. “He’s not from this planet,” Sabrowski said.

MLB.com

Bibee exits Opening Day start with right shoulder inflammation

SEATTLE -- Tanner Bibee's second opportunity at his first career Opening Day start came to an abrupt end on Thursday at T-Mobile Park, when the Guardians right-hander exited just before beginning the bottom of the sixth inning with right shoulder inflammation. Bibee appeared in discomfort after throwing his final warmup

Coveringthecorner

Guardians Defeat Mariners for Opening Day Win

Tonight was mostly very fun for Guardians fans with one big caveat relating to Tanner Bibee. But, Cleveland beat Seattle 6-4, and here’s how it happened. The game got started with a very exciting event – a Chase DeLauter home run on his first official major league at-bat: There is a reason we have been […]

Coveringthecorner

Game Thread: Guardians at Mariners

We have our first game thread of the 2026 regular season, folks! Here is the lineup for the Guardians! Here is the lineup for the Mariners: Let’s go, Guardians!

Guardians Upcoming Schedule

Date	Opponent	Time
Sat 03/28	@ Seattle Mariners	9:40 PM
Sun 03/29	@ Seattle Mariners	7:20 PM
Mon 03/30	@ Los Angeles Dodgers	10:10 PM

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