The Cleveland Guardians demonstrated their offensive prowess in a commanding 10-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on August 1, 2024, at Progressive Field. This clash of American League division leaders saw the Guardians extend their winning streak to four games, further solidifying their position atop the AL Central with a 66-42 record.José Ramírez continued his remarkable season, hitting his 28th home run and driving in three runs. This marked Ramírez’s third consecutive game with a home run, a feat he hadn’t achieved since 2021. Ramírez’s two-run blast in the seventh inning was part of a five-run outburst that put the game out of reach.The Guardians’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with David Fry and Bo Naylor also contributing three-run homers. Ben Lively (10-6) pitched six strong innings, allowing only two runs on four hits, to become Cleveland’s first 10-game winner this season.On the Orioles’ side, Trevor Rogers struggled in his debut for the team after being acquired at the trade deadline. The left-hander allowed five runs on six hits in 4 1/3 innings. Despite the loss, Anthony Santander continued his hot streak, going 4-1 with a run and an RBI.The victory underscores the Guardians’ recent success, as they’ve won seven of their last nine games. As José Ramírez noted, ‘It was a big night for me, going 2 for 3 with three RBI’. The team’s ability to respond quickly to opposition scoring has been a key factor in their success this season.Looking ahead, the Guardians are set to face some pitching challenges, with right-hander Tanner Bibee’s scheduled start on Saturday being pushed back due to shoulder tightness. However, the team’s recent offensive surge and strong pitching performances provide optimism for their continued success in the AL Central race.
Key points
- José Ramírez hit his 28th home run, contributing to the Guardians’ 10-3 victory over the Orioles.
- The Guardians have won four straight games and seven of their last nine, solidifying their lead in the AL Central.
- Ben Lively became Cleveland’s first 10-game winner this season, pitching six strong innings.
- Trevor Rogers struggled in his Orioles debut after being acquired at the trade deadline.
