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The Cleveland Guardians were 39-33, 2nd in the AL Central. The Cleveland Guardians did not play yesterday.

Guardians Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

Not a great stretch. A 2-4 week. That's the biggest factor right now. Also weighing on the score: scoring just 2.4 per game. The lineup has gone quiet.

Guardians Game on June 16

Opponent:Milwaukee Brewers (43-26)
Location:American Family Field
First Pitch:07:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Slade Cecconi (3-5, 4.83 ERA) vs Robert Gasser (0-3, 6.38 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Brewers.TV, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 67°F, Wind 5 mph

Guardians Score & Recap

The Cleveland Guardians did not play yesterday.

Guardians Record & Standings

AL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
White Sox
3832.543 W1
Guardians
3933.542 W2
Twins
3440.4596.0 W2
Tigers
3042.4179.0 W1
Royals
2944.39710.5 L1

Cleveland Guardians are 2-4-1T in their last 7 games, with a -14 run differential.

Guardians Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
1
Angel Martínez
11.239.71833
24
Chase DeLauter
7.263.74534
4
Brayan Rocchio
5.274.75232

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
36
Cade Smith
2-02.481.0432.2
35
Colin Holderman
4-11.730.8126.0
77
Parker Messick
6-32.681.0980.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
27
Austin Hedges
4 hits, 2 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games
24
Chase DeLauter
4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
16
Patrick Bailey
4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
36
Cade Smith
3.3 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Guardians News

With José Ramírez sidelined due to a hamate injury, the pressure is on Gabriel Arias, Daniel Schneemann, and David Fry to step up, and frankly, I’m not sure they’re up to the task. The Guardians’ bats have sputtered recently, scoring just 2.4 runs per game over the past week as they limped to a 2-4 record. The feel of a team in decline is palpable, especially after last night's lackluster 0-0 draw against the Tigers. As fans, we’re left wondering who among these replacements can ignite some offensive spark. With the All-Star race heating up, it's a crucial moment for Arias, who faces a make-or-break opportunity to prove he belongs at the major league level. Meanwhile, Travis Bazzana has emerged as a bright spot, making an impact early in the season, but can he carry the load alone?

Sources
3 Guardians who need to step up after José Ramírez’s injury
Awaybackgone
3 Guardians who need to step up after José Ramírez’s injury
Gabriel Arias, Daniel Schnemann and David Fry are going to need to step up after José Ramírez's injury.
Breaking down the closest All-Star races in Phase 1 balloting
MLB.com
Breaking down the closest All-Star races in Phase 1 balloting
Read our story on the balloting format, which includes two phases of fan voting to determine the All-Star starters.
50% Off Sale: Get CLEGUARDIANS.TV for $37.99
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50% Off Sale: Get CLEGUARDIANS.TV for $37.99
We're nearing the halfway mark to the 2026 season, but the savings for CLEGUARDIANS.TV has only just begun. During the 50% Off Sale, running now through June 21, CLEGUARDIANS.TV presented by Progressive is available for a discounted price of $37.99, so subscribe now! Subscribers in the Cleveland home television territory
Guardians Minor League Recap: Dodging Raindrops
Coveringthecorner
Guardians Minor League Recap: Dodging Raindrops
Clippers 4, Indians 3 Milan Tolentino had a home run and CJ Kayfus had a double. Kolby Allard had 7 strikeouts in 5 innings and Franco Aleman struck out the side in a scoreless inning. Warbirds 11, Howlers 6 Two star hitters for the Howlers continued their strong starts as Juneiker Caceres went 2 for […]
The Last Stand for Gabriel Arias
Coveringthecorner
The Last Stand for Gabriel Arias
With Jose Ramirez’s hamate injury, Gabriel Arias will get what should be his final chance to earn a place as a valuable Guardians’ regular for the future. It’s no secret to readers of this site that I am a doubter of Arias as a Major League player. Arias as a bench option is always going […]
Travis Bazzana Has Wasted No Time Making an Impact
Justbaseball
Travis Bazzana Has Wasted No Time Making an Impact
After an offseason filled with uncertainty of who would stay and who would leave, the Cleveland Guardians haven’t let it get to them to start the 2026 season. Alongside their rivals in the Chicago White Sox, the Guards have taken advantage of a wide-open American League and have started the season on the right foot. […] The post Travis Bazzana Has Wasted No Time Making an Impact appeared first on Just Baseball.

Guardians Upcoming Schedule

The Cleveland Guardians visit the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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