The Cleveland Guardians triumphed over the New York Yankees 5-4, bolstered by three home runs off pitcher Gerrit Cole and stellar performances from José Ramírez and Kyle Manzardo. Ramírez, who recorded three hits, continues to showcase his hitting prowess, while Manzardo hit his second consecutive homer. New York's Aaron Judge missed his second game due to a shoulder injury, with more updates pending. This victory marked the Guardians' first series win at Yankee Stadium since September 2021, improving their road record to 10-1 in recent games. Cleveland is aiming for a three-game sweep in the upcoming matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Guardians improved to 10-1 on the road since May 6.
  • Cleveland has won 15 of their last 20 games.
State of Play
  • Gavin Williams earned his fourth consecutive win, allowing three runs over 5 1/3 innings.
  • The Yankees await an update on Aaron Judge's shoulder injury after he missed two games.
What's Next

The Guardians' Slade Cecconi is set to pitch against the Yankees' Carlos Rodón in the series finale, which could further solidify Cleveland's winning streak.

Bottom Line

Cleveland is in a strong position, displaying consistent offensive power and solid pitching, while the Yankees grapple with key player injuries. A potential series sweep would solidify the Guardians' momentum in the American League.