Cleveland Guardians News & Updates
The Cleveland Guardians were 11-10, 2nd in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Cleveland Guardians dropped one to the Baltimore Orioles 4-6 at Progressive Field.
Perfectly average, for better or worse. Losing ground in the standings, now 2th. Compounding things, the 2-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today.
Guardians Game on April 18
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Progressive Field |
| First Pitch: | 06:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Gavin Williams (2-1, 2.38 ERA) vs Dean Kremer (0-0, 3.60 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | MASN, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 68°F, Wind 5 mph |
Guardians Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Cleveland Guardians dropped one to the Baltimore Orioles 4-6 at Progressive Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
Highlights
- Daniel Schneemann went 2-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
Guardians Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Twins
|
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11 | 9 | .550 | L2 | |
|
Guardians
|
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11 | 10 | .524 | 0.5 | L1 |
|
Tigers
|
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10 | 10 | .500 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
White Sox
|
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7 | 13 | .350 | 4.0 | W1 |
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Royals
|
|
7 | 13 | .350 | 4.0 | L5 |
Cleveland Guardians are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.
Guardians Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | .246 | .896 | 12 | |
| 2 | .313 | .916 | 11 | |
| 4 | .221 | .777 | 10 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | 1.05 | 0.78 | 25.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Guardians News
The Cleveland Guardians continue to struggle with their bullpen, blowing a 4-run lead against the Baltimore Orioles in a game that saw Tanner Bibee pitch effectively but still walk a tightrope of hard contact. Despite a solid performance, the Guardians' overall record of 11-9 reflects a team that has not yet found its groove, with the Minnesota Twins emerging as a serious threat in the division. Daniel Schneemann's recent hot streak is a silver lining, showcasing potential that may prompt a necessary shake-up in the lineup. As the Guardians look to improve their -7 run differential, they must address their early-season hiccups before the competition gets too intense. Meanwhile, Bibee's pink shoelaces added a personal touch to his outing, as he celebrated a family milestone, highlighting the balance of personal joy amidst the pressures of the game.
Guardians Upcoming Schedule
The Cleveland Guardians host the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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