Tag Archives: corner wire

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. New York Yankees– June 3, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Yankees 3 – Guardians 2 (June 3, 2025 • Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY)

🔥 Key Performers

  • José Ramírez: Two hits, scored both Cleveland runs, kept offensive chances alive late. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  • Jazz Chisholm Jr.: Returned from IL with two hits and a big seventh‑inning homer to break the tie. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Anthony Volpe: Delivered a go‑ahead solo shot right after Chisholm—went back‑to‑back in the 7th. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Carlos Rodón (NYY): Strong outing—7 IP, 1 ER, 8 K—still intact in his 7–0 streak. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Devin Williams (NYY): Worked around trouble in 9th for his sixth save, despite a hit and a Bo Naylor fly. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  • Tanner Bibee (CLE): Took the loss—6.1 IP, 3 ER, 6 K—held his own but took the lead early. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📝 Game Summary

Bibee battled through seven innings, surrendering a solo homer to DJ LeMahieu in the 5th for the only Yankees run off him. Cleveland responded in the 6th with Ramírez’s run-scoring single to tie it. In the 7th, Chisholm — back from injury — led off with a homer, and Volpe immediately followed with his own blast. Rodón kept Cleveland off-balance, and though Williams allowed a hit in the 9th, he escaped. Yankees walk it off 3–2. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Chisholm’s homer was his first since April 21—impact return from the IL. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Ramírez continues to deliver—now up to two hits in back‑to‑back games and both runs scored. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  • Rodón extended his streak to **7–0** with a 1.27 ERA over his last nine starts. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Game 2 heads to the Bronx on Thursday, June 5 at 7:05 PM ET.
Probable Pitchers: Tommy Millone (CLE) vs. Max Fried (NYY)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Los Angeles Angels– May 31, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Guardians 7 – Angels 5 (May 31, 2025 • Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Gabriel Arias: Delivered the **go-ahead two-run double** in the 7th—dramatic rally spark. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  • Carlos Santana: Tied the game with a solo homer in the 7th—big bat in clutch spots. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • José Ramírez: Hit a solo shot in the 5th and drew two intentional walks—ongoing franchise record pace. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Steven Kwan: Went 3-for-5 with a solo homer in the 7th—continued offensive consistency. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Nolan Jones: RBI triple in the 4th—catalyst for the comeback. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  • Logan Allen: Earned the win in his first career relief appearance (3‑3); key 7th inning dominance. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  • Emmanuel Clase: Locked down his 12th save with a clean 9th. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

📝 Game Summary

Cleveland trailed 5–1 after six innings, fueled by Angels homers from Moncada, Ward, and Adell. But the Guardians clawed back starting in the 4th—Nolan Jones’s RBI triple began the charge, and Ramírez homered to cut the deficit. In the 7th, Santana tied it, then Arias’s clutch two-run double put Cleveland ahead. Relievers Allen and Clase shut the door for a satisfying 7–5 comeback win. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Guardians overcame a 4-run deficit—their largest comeback of 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  • Ramírez’s homer marked his **10th straight season** with double-digit long balls—ties franchise record. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
  • Kwan’s solo shot contributed to a rare 5-homer game (4th time in 2025). :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Cleveland begins the second half of the homestand tomorrow against Detroit:
Wednesday, June 1 at 7:10 PM ET
Probable Pitchers: Gavin Williams (CLE) vs. Tyler Alexander (DET)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Los Angeles Angels– May 30, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Angels 4 – Guardians 1 (May 30, 2025 • Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Jose Soriano (LAA): 6 scoreless innings, scattered 4 hits with 2 Ks—turned in a clutch performance to snap the Angels’ skid and shut down Cleveland’s offense :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
  • Jorge Soler (LAA): 2-for-4 with a solo homer and 2 RBI—powered the offense on both sides of the plate :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
  • Mike Trout (LAA): 1-for-5 in his return from IL—singled in the 4th after missing 26 games :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
  • Luis Ortiz (CLE): Took the loss despite a solid line—6 IP, 1 ER, 5 K—but lacked offensive support :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.

📝 Game Summary

Jose Soriano was pinpoint on the mound, holding Cleveland off the board through six innings. Jorge Soler’s solo shot gave the Angels the early edge, and they added insurance later with timely hitting. Mike Trout made a smooth return, plating a run in his first game back, but it wasn’t enough. Cleveland’s offense never found rhythm—Ortiz cruised early but conceded late runs, and the Angels closed it 4–1 :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

📊 Notable Stats

  • Soriano’s six shutout innings ended Los Angeles’ five-game skid—significant early-season spark :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
  • Soler’s homer was his 8th of 2025—he’s become a consistent power threat :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
  • Trout’s single marked his first hit since April 30, returning after sitting out 26 games :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Cleveland hosts the Angels again for Game 2 on Saturday, May 31 at 1:10 PM ET.
Probable Pitchers: Gavin Williams (CLE) vs. Reid Detmers (LAA)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Los Angeles Dodgers– May 27, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Dodgers 9 – Guardians 5 (May 27, 2025 • Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Shohei Ohtani (LAD): Leadoff homer—his MLB-leading 19th—jumpstarted the Dodgers’ offense in a big way. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  • Max Muncy (LAD): Three-run homer in the fourth—sealed his three-RBI night and padded the cushion. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Michael Conforto (LAD): Solo homer later in the game—added insurance and finished with two hits. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Dustin May (LAD): Five innings, nine strikeouts—pacesetting performance to secure the W. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Tanner Bibee (CLE): Took the loss—five innings, four runs, seven K’s; solid work overshadowed by early homers. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📝 Game Summary

Dodgers set the tone early with Ohtani’s 19th homer leadoff, and never looked back. May spun five strong innings while the offense added Muncy’s three-run shot and Conforto’s solo blast to build a 6–0 lead. The Guardians answered with a 3-run fourth—RBI hits from Schneemann and Santana—but L.A. kept the foot on the gas. Late insurance from Conforto made it 9–5. Close enough for comfort. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Ohtani leads MLB with 19 homers—his third straight multi-homer game. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  • Muncy’s three-run bomb made him one of few Dodgers with multiple 3-RBI games this month. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Bibee punched out 7 but couldn’t bounce back from the early homer. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  • The Dodgers’ hit total (13) overshadowed Cleveland’s (7), despite CLE’s late surge. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Cleveland wraps up the series tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28 at 7:10 PM ET at Progressive Field.
Probable Pitchers: Matt Festa (CLE) vs. Blake Treinen (LAD)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Los Angeles Dodgers– May 26, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Dodgers 7 – Guardians 2 (May 26, 2025 • Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Shohei Ohtani (LAD): Leadoff homer—the second straight game he led off with a dinger, now up to his MLB-leading 19th. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Will Smith (LAD): Solo shot later in the game; also reached twice and had two walks. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto (LAD): Went six innings, gave up just 2 ER, struck out seven—dominant outing. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Gavin Williams (CLE): Took the loss—6+ innings, two earned runs, but control issues with six walks. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📝 Game Summary

Dodgers jumped on Cleveland early, with Ohtani smashing a first-pitch homer to start the scoring. They added another run in the second and never looked back. Yamamoto cruised, while Cleveland never threatened offensively. Smith tacked on a solo shot later and the Dodgers added three more runs in the 6th to put it away. Williams battled but unraveled with free passes—Dodgers bullpen sealed the 7–2 win. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Ohtani’s back‑to‑back leadoff homers mark the first time he’s done that in his career. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  • Yamamoto’s 7 Ks were tied for a season-high. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Williams issued six walks—his most since Apr 10—and five came in a row at one point. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Cleveland completes the Dodgers series tomorrow on Tuesday, May 27 at 7:10 PM ET.
Probable Pitchers: Tanner Bibee (CLE) vs. Dustin May (LAD)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Detroit Tigers– May 24, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Guardians 7 – Tigers 5 (May 24, 2025 • Comerica Park, Detroit, MI)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Kyle Manzardo: RBI double in the 10th sparked the winning rally.
  • Angel Martínez: Also had an RBI double in the 10th to power the comeback.
  • Bo Naylor: Sacrifice fly in the 10th, bringing home the go-ahead run.
  • Nolan Jones: Pinch-hit RBI single capped the 4-run 10th inning.
  • Emmanuel Clase: Closed the door in the bottom of the 10th for the win.
  • Luis Ortiz: Started and allowed just 3 runs in 5 innings—set the stage for the extras rally.

📝 Game Summary

Detroit jumped ahead 3–0 in the 1st, but Cleveland chipped away: Bo Naylor’s solo homer and a José Ramírez RBI single made it 3–2. The Tigers added a run in the 6th, but Cleveland tied it in the 8th. The magic came in the 10th: back-to-back doubles by Manzardo & Martínez, Naylor’s sac-fly, and Nolan Jones’ RBI single put them ahead 7–5. Clase shut the door to complete the comeback win. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Cleveland’s 4-run 10th marked their first extra-inning rally of the season. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Luis Ortiz’s line: 5 IP, 3 R, 4 H, 5 BB, 6 K—helped stall early Detroit surge. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Cleveland won three straight vs. Detroit, capping series with dramatic extras win. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Final game of the Detroit series is Sunday, May 25 at 1:10 PM ET, still in Detroit.
Probable Pitchers: Gavin Williams (CLE) vs. Tarik Skubal (DET)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Detroit Tigers– May 22, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Guardians 7 – Tigers 0 (May 22, 2025 • Comerica Park, Detroit, MI)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Tanner Bibee: 7 shutout innings, 8 K, just 3 hits and 1 walk—absolutely dominant outing. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  • Angel Martínez: Solo homer & 2‑run double—key offensive spark. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Carlos Santana: Two-run double in the 4th that broke the game open. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • José Ramírez: Two hits and a run—continued his consistent streak at the plate. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Cade Smith: Came in during the 8th to extinguish a bases-loaded threat—big relief effort. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  • Matt Festa: Clean 9th inning sealed the shutout. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📝 Game Summary

Tanner Bibee stifled Detroit through seven stellar innings, setting the tone for this blowout. Cleveland got on the board in the 4th with Santana’s two-run double, then exploded with three more in the 5th—including Martínez’s solo homer and added insurance. The bullpen shut the door on Detroit, preserving the 7–0 win and handing a first shutout loss to the AL-leading Tigers all season. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

📊 Notable Stats

  • It’s only Detroit’s first shutout loss of the season—major statement by Cleveland. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Bibee logged a season-high 8 strikeouts across 96 pitches. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  • Cleveland’s offense tacked on four runs in the ninth—called it “Germinating an advantage” with style. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

The Guardians wrap up this Detroit series on Saturday, May 24 at 1:10 PM ET.
Probable Pitchers: Slade Cecconi (CLE) vs. Casey Mize (DET)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Minnesota Twins– May 21, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Guardians 5 – Twins 1 (May 21, 2025 • Target Field, Minneapolis, MN)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Gavin Williams: Six shutout innings, 6 K, just two hits allowed—snapped his four-start scoreless streak into this outing with a dominant outing :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
  • José Ramírez: Three hits including a two-run single in the 6th—extended his hitting streak to 14 games :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
  • Steven Kwan: 3-for-5 with two doubles—spark plug at the top keeping inning alive :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
  • Carlos Santana: Solo homer in the 8th—his second straight game with a long ball :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.

📝 Game Summary

The Guardians ended their five-game skid behind a steady start from Williams. Cleveland trailed early 1–0 on a third-inning Twins run, but got to Paddack in the 6th: Ramírez’s two-out 2-RBI single turned the tide. Santana’s solo homer in the 8th widened the gap, and a sac fly by Martínez in the 9th sealed the 5–1 win. Clean baseball without the flash, but exactly what the doctor ordered. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Cleveland spoiled the second half of a doubleheader, snapping their skid with this victory. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  • Ramírez extended his hitting streak to 14 games—an impressive run. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  • Williams’ six shutout frames pushed his May ERA to 1.80 across four starts. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

Cleveland heads to Detroit for Game 1 on Thursday, May 22 at 1:10 PM ET.
Probable Pitchers: Tanner Bibee (CLE) vs. Tarik Skubal (DET)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Cincinnati Reds – May 18, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Reds 3 – Guardians 1 (May 18, 2025 • Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Will Benson: Solo homer in the first—one of two solo shots that did the damage. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Rece Hinds: Another solo blast in the 5th to extend the lead. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Slade Cecconi: Allowed three runs over five innings with eight strikeouts in debut. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Brent Suter: Cubs? No, Reds opener – three shutout innings that set the tone. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📝 Game Summary

Cincinnati struck first with Will Benson’s first-inning solo homer. Rece Hinds doubled up the lead in the 5th with his own solo shot. Cleveland’s offense struggled against bullpen arms–Cecconi gave them a solid five innings, but the two-run deficit was too much to overcome. Guardians threatened at times but ultimately couldn’t push a go-ahead run across. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Reds combined for two solo home runs and nothing more—efficient but effective. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  • Slade Cecconi struck out 8 with zero walks—impressive electric debut despite loss. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Cleveland went 1-for-9 with RISP—left too many opportunities on the basepaths. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

The Guardians head back home for a weekend series against Detroit:
Saturday, May 18 at 1:10 PM ET
Probable Pitchers: Gavin Williams (CLE) vs. Tarik Skubal (DET)

⚾ THE CORNER RUNDOWN: Cleveland Guardians VS. Cincinnati Reds – May 17, 2025

Posted on by

🧢 Reds 4 – Guardians 1 (May 17, 2025 • Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH)

🔥 Key Performers

  • Will Benson: 2-for-4 with a three‑run homer in the 5th—his third straight game with a homer and the bat that broke Cleveland’s backs. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  • Daniel Schneemann: Solo homer in the 5th that gave Cleveland a 1‑0 lead. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • Slade Cecconi: 5 innings, 3 ER, 8 K—solid debut after a long IL stint, but took the loss. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Brady Singer: 5 strong innings for Cincinnati, earning the win and holding Cleveland to one run. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📝 Game Summary

Cleveland struck first when Daniel Schneemann launched a solo shot in the 5th to take a brief lead. But Will Benson responded with a massive three-run homer in the bottom of the inning, part of his third consecutive game with a long ball. Slade Cecconi made a strong first impression in his Guardians debut after returning from oblique injury, striking out eight over five innings. Cincinnati held on as Cleveland’s rally died, and the bullpen shut the door the rest of the way. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

📊 Notable Stats

  • Benson homered in his third straight game—first time in his career he’s done that. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  • Cecconi recorded 8 Ks with no walks—joining Tanner Bibee (2023) and Floyd Weaver (1962) as only Guardians starters with 8+ strikeouts and zero walks in debut. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Cleveland stranded 7 runners despite scoring first—couldn’t string the hits together. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

🎬 Watch the Highlights

📅 Next Game

The series finale is Sunday, May 18 at 1:10 PM ET, with the Guardians heading home to take on Detroit.
Probable Pitchers: Gavin Williams (CLE) vs. Tarik Skubal (DET)