CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Guardians are set to utilize a bullpen game against the Los Angeles Dodgers as they conclude their three-game series at Progressive Field. Initially, Slade Cecconi was slated to pitch, but he has been sidelined with a groin injury, leading to Kolby Allard stepping in as the opener for this matchup.
In the first inning, Jose Ramirez made a significant impact for the Guardians, giving them an early lead with an RBI single off Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw. This hit also marked Ramirez’s career-high hitting streak of 21 games, as he drove Angel Martinez home before being thrown out while attempting to advance to second base.
Kolby Allard had a strong start, striking out Shohei Ohtani during a flawless 1-2-3 first inning.
The Guardians have put together a competitive lineup against the Dodgers, featuring players such as Steven Kwan, Angel Martinez, and Carlos Santana, while the team looks to solidify its position in the AL Central.
As of the latest standings, the Tigers are leading the division at 36-20, with the Twins and Guardians closely trailing at 30-24 and 29-25, respectively. Following this series against the Dodgers, the Guardians will host the Los Angeles Angels for another three games before embarking on a road trip that includes a matchup against the New York Yankees.
For those interested in following the game, Monday’s action can be viewed locally on various channels and streamed through MLB’s subscription service.
This matchup highlights the ongoing talent within the Guardians’ roster and the excitement of keeping up with their journey as they vie for a playoff position in the competitive AL Central Division.