The Cleveland Guardians face the Baltimore Orioles today, aiming for their third win in the four-game series. The Guardians currently lead the series 2-1 after winning 4-2 on April 18.
The Cleveland Guardians play the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, April 19, at Progressive Field looking for their third win in the four-game series. The Guardians won 4-2 on April 18 to take a 2-1 lead in the series.
The Guardians (12-10) lead the American League Central Division by a half-game over the Minnesota Twins (11-10) and Detroit Tigers (11-10) entering Sunday's games.
Here's is what you need to know before today's first pitch:
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jeremiah Jackson (82) leans back from an inside pitch in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Q&A
What is the current series score between the Guardians and Orioles?
The Guardians lead the series 2-1 against the Orioles.
What was the score of the Guardians' last game against the Orioles?
The Guardians won their last game against the Orioles 4-2 on April 18.
How are the Guardians performing in the American League Central Division?
The Guardians are currently leading the American League Central Division with a record of 12-10.
When did the Guardians and Orioles last play before today's game?
The Guardians and Orioles last played on April 18, where the Guardians won 4-2.
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) catches the ball as Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) dives safely back to second base on a pickoff attempt in the first inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (30) steals second base beside Cleveland Guardians shortstop Daniel Schneemann (10) in the second inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) tags out Cleveland Guardians left fielder Angel Martinez (1) at second base on a steal attempt in the second inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) fields the ball in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor (23) looks for a foul ball in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) makes a catch at the wall in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick delivers a pitch in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick reacts after giving up his first hit of the game in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (right) reacts during a pitching change in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez hits a two-run home run in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez celebrates his two-run home run in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Shane Baz (34) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges (27) looks for the ball on a popup by Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) in the third inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A fan catches a home run ball hit by Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (not pictured) in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) scores against Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) in the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (77) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles cat Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (77) looks at the ball after giving up his first hit of the game in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; The Cleveland Guardians celebrate a win over the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) dives for the ball on a base hit by Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (not pictured) in the ninth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman Kyle Manzardo (9) singles in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) runs the bases in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) tosses his bat after hitting a single in the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) turns a double play beside Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (30) in the sixth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) hits an RBI single in the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) turns a double play beside Cleveland Guardians right fielder George Valera (7) in the fourth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first base coach Sandy Alomar Jr. (15) reacts in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) catches a foul ball in the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) throws the ball to the infield in front of left fielder Angel Martinez (1) in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Hot dog mascots race between innings of a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Gunnar Henderson (2) hits a RBI sacrifice fly ball in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) reaches for a ball hit over his head in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) walks on the field in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Cade Smith (36) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) reacts as Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) slides safely to second base in the ninth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jeremiah Jackson (82) leans back from an inside pitch in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jeremiah Jackson (82) leans back from an inside pitch in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) catches the ball as Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) dives safely back to second base on a pickoff attempt in the first inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (30) steals second base beside Cleveland Guardians shortstop Daniel Schneemann (10) in the second inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) tags out Cleveland Guardians left fielder Angel Martinez (1) at second base on a steal attempt in the second inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) fields the ball in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor (23) looks for a foul ball in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) makes a catch at the wall in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick delivers a pitch in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
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Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick reacts after giving up his first hit of the game in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (right) reacts during a pitching change in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez hits a two-run home run in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
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Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez celebrates his two-run home run in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles, April 16, 2026, in Cleveland.
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Shane Baz (34) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges (27) looks for the ball on a popup by Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) in the third inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A fan catches a home run ball hit by Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (not pictured) in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) scores against Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) in the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (77) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles cat Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick (77) looks at the ball after giving up his first hit of the game in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; The Cleveland Guardians celebrate a win over the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) dives for the ball on a base hit by Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (not pictured) in the ninth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman Kyle Manzardo (9) singles in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) runs the bases in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) tosses his bat after hitting a single in the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) turns a double play beside Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (30) in the sixth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) hits an RBI single in the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) turns a double play beside Cleveland Guardians right fielder George Valera (7) in the fourth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first base coach Sandy Alomar Jr. (15) reacts in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) catches a foul ball in the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Steven Kwan (38) throws the ball to the infield in front of left fielder Angel Martinez (1) in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Hot dog mascots race between innings of a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Gunnar Henderson (2) hits a RBI sacrifice fly ball in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Juan Brito (34) reaches for a ball hit over his head in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) walks on the field in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Cade Smith (36) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Apr 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) reacts as Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) slides safely to second base in the ninth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
When do the Guardians play today?
First pitch is scheduled for 1:40 p.m.
Where to watch the Guardians today
Today's Guardians-Orioles game will be televised on Guardians TV.
Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio. left, celebrates with teammate Rhys Hoskins, right, after hitting a three-run home run against the Baltimore Orioles on April 18, 2026, in Cleveland.
Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio. left, celebrates with teammate Rhys Hoskins, right, after hitting a three-run home run against the Baltimore Orioles on April 18, 2026, in Cleveland.
Left-hander Joey Cantillo (1-0, 2.61 ERA) gets the start for Cleveland on Sunday and Baltimore will counter with left-hander Trevor Rogers (2-1, 3.04 ERA).
Brayan Rocchio hit a three-run homer and Gavin Williams pitched seven strong innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 4-2 victory over the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Saturday, April 18.
Bo Naylor also homered for the Guardians, who won for just the second time in the past five games. Cleveland had just three hits.
Williams (3-1) struck out 11 and allowed one run, three hits and one walk. It was the second time this season and sixth time overall he has struck out 10 or more in a game.
Cade Smith struck out the side in the ninth for his fifth save.
Leody Taveras and Gunnar Henderson (two hits) hit solo homers for Baltimore, which had just four hits while losing for the fourth time in the past five games.
Dean Kremer (0-1) pitched six innings for the Orioles and gave up three runs and two hits. He struck out seven and walked two.
Baltimore's Pete Alonso and Colin Cowser struck out in all four at-bats. Dylan Beavers fanned three times as 16 Orioles went down on strikes.
Taveras came up with one out in the fourth and drilled a 1-0 curveball from Williams over the fence to right for the game's first run.
Meanwhile, Kremer tossed 4â no-hit innings and his walk to Rhys Hoskins was followed by Daniel Schneemann's line single to right. After Naylor struck out, Rocchio jumped on a 2-2 fastball from Kremer and deposited the ball over the fence in right to give the Guardians a 3-1 lead.
Williams picked up where he left off after the Taveras homer by retiring the final 11 batters he faced.
Hunter Gaddis replaced Williams and Henderson touched him up for a one-out solo shot to right in the eighth.
But Naylor got the run back leading off the bottom of the inning when he launched a 1-1 changeup from Albert Suarez into the bleachers in right.
Smith fanned Beavers, Cowser and Taveras while closing it out as Cleveland gained a 2-1 edge in a series that concludes Sunday.
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