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Guardians' George Valera Continues Red-Hot Start Against Orioles
TL;DR
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-2, ending a two-game losing streak. George Valera continues to impress in his first week of the MLB season.
Key points
- Cleveland Guardians won 4-2 against Baltimore Orioles
- Guardians ended a two-game losing streak
- Parker Messick pitched eight no-hit innings
- George Valera is excelling in his MLB debut week
Cleveland GuardiansBaltimore OriolesParker MessickGeorge Valera
The Cleveland Guardians, after a brutal two-game skid on the road, found themselves back in the win column on Thursday night against the Baltimore Orioles, 4-2.
Obviously, the main driving factor for the Guardians was starting pitcher Parker Messick, who carried a no-hit bid through eight innings of the contest. While Messick took care of the Orioles with ease, a fellow rising talent, 25-year-old outfielder George Valera, continues to shine in his first week of the MLB season.
Valera's Hot Start With Guardians
Apr 14, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Cleveland Guardians right fielder George Valera (7) hits a one run double against the St. Louis Cardinals during the eighth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
Valera, despite his long-awaited debut in 2025, was a recent addition to the Guardians' lineup this year due to a calf strain that landed him on the 10-day IR back in March. However, the left-handed power bat made his return to the roster earlier this week and quickly became a key piece of the lineup.
On Tuesday, Valera began his 2026 season on a high note, going 1-4 with an RBI double late in the eighth inning. The hot start for the young power bat continued in the final game of the series, as he would pick up his second double of the season.
Q&A
What was the score of the Guardians vs. Orioles game?
The Cleveland Guardians won the game against the Baltimore Orioles with a score of 4-2.
Who was the standout player for the Guardians against the Orioles?
Starting pitcher Parker Messick was the standout player, carrying a no-hit bid through eight innings.
How is George Valera performing in his first week of the MLB season?
George Valera is having a strong start, continuing to shine as a rising talent for the Guardians.
