Guardians News and Notes: Two Series Losses in a Row

TL;DR

The Cleveland Guardians have lost two consecutive series against the injury-depleted Astros and Blue Jays. Their hitters struggled significantly, with low wRC+ numbers for key players.

Key points

Cleveland Guardians lost two series in a row
Defeated by injury-depleted Astros and Blue Jays
Key hitters have low wRC+ numbers
Defensive issues with Fry and Brito
Guardians Weekly featured Gavin Williams and Peyton Pallette

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 17: Catcher Bo Naylor #23 of the Cleveland Guardians watches the scoreboard during the top of the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field on April 17, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Russell Lee Verlinger/Cleveland Guardians/Getty Images) | Getty Images Good feeling’s gone. The Guardians have now lost two straight series to the injury-depleted Astros and injury-depleted Blue Jays. Not great, Bob. Nicole has the recap of a feckless performance by the hitters against Patrick Corbin. I had forgotten that Corbin inexplicably owns Jose Ramirez. Meanwhile, Steven Kwan has a 73 wRC+, Kyle Manzardo has a 58 wRC+, George Valera has a 55 wRC+, Juan Brito has a 44 wRC+ and Bo Naylor has a 9 wRC+. Those numbers have to change, one way or another. Also, I don’t know that they can continue to play Fry in right field or Brito at second base, defensively. Aside from that, how was the play, Mrs. Lincoln? Guardians Weekly featured and Peyton Pallette, and a focus on the Hill City Howlers. AROUND MLB: The Tigers beat the Reds, the Royals beat the Angels, and the Twins and lost.

Q&A

What teams did the Cleveland Guardians lose to recently?

The Cleveland Guardians recently lost to the Houston Astros and the Toronto Blue Jays.

How have the Guardians' key hitters performed this season?

Key hitters like Steven Kwan, Kyle Manzardo, and Bo Naylor have posted low wRC+ numbers, indicating poor offensive performance.

What issues are the Guardians facing in their lineup?

The Guardians are struggling with defensive placements, particularly with Fry in right field and Brito at second base, alongside poor hitting statistics.