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Takeaways From the Guardians Series Win Over the Orioles
TL;DR
The Cleveland Guardians secured a series win against the Baltimore Orioles, taking three out of four games. Concerns about the bullpen's performance have emerged, especially after giving up seven earned runs in the series.
Key points
- Cleveland Guardians won three out of four games against Baltimore Orioles
- Guardians bullpen gave up seven earned runs in the series
- Concerns about bullpen performance extend from previous series
- Guardians faced St. Louis Cardinals before Orioles series
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It wasnât pretty, and the Cleveland Guardians certainly made it tough on themselves at times, but the team walked away with a series victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Here are three takeaways after the Guardians won three out of four games against their AL East foe.
The Bullpen: Overworked or A Concern?
Okay, letâs talk about it.
Itâs been a tough week for the bullpen. Thereâs no other way around it. The group gave up seven earned run over the last four games, and was responsible for Clevelandâs loss on Friday evening. These concerns even go back to Clevelandâs series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, too.
However, the Guardians havenât had an off day in over a week, and that could also be playing a factor in some of the group's woes, too.
Chris Antonetti said ahead of the series finale that the organization still believes in the group they have. While that may be true and the team isnât worried yet, itâs still worth monitoring.
Apr 18, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) celebrates with designated hitter Rhys Hoskins (8) after hitting a three-run home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Q&A
What were the results of the Guardians series against the Orioles?
The Guardians won three out of four games in their series against the Orioles.
What issues did the Guardians' bullpen face during the series?
The bullpen struggled, giving up seven earned runs over the four games, contributing to a loss in one game.
How did the Guardians perform against the St. Louis Cardinals prior to facing the Orioles?
The Guardians experienced a series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals before their series against the Orioles.
What are the main takeaways from the Guardians' series win over the Orioles?
Key takeaways include concerns about the bullpen's performance and the overall toughness of the series win.
