The Cleveland Guardians secured a 4‑3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night, snapping a slump and putting themselves back in contention for the series lead. The win marks the first time the club has taken the series since José Ramírez was sidelined by injury.
Key Performances
Right‑hander Slade Cecconi delivered a standout outing, tossing six scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and two walks. His command set the tone for a pitching staff that kept the Mariners at bay deep into the game.
The offense struck early, as Kahlil Watson lined a double that plated Travis Bazzana in the fourth inning. Moments later Cooper Ingle recorded his first major‑league hit — a timely changeup that shifted momentum in the Guardians' favor.
Brayan Rocchio added an RBI double in the fifth to extend the lead, while Randy Arozarena’s three‑run homer in the eighth threatened to swing the contest. The bullpen answered the call; Sean Armstrong, who has posted a 2.19 ERA since returning on May 21, surrendered the homer but kept the game within reach.
Hunter Gaddis bridged the middle innings before closer Cade Smith entered and recorded the final out with two runners on base, sealing the win. Reliever Erik Sabrowski also showed signs of returning to normal form with a sharp strikeout.
Kahlil Watson left the game with a jammed hand but is expected to be okay, and the staff’s overall health outlook remains positive heading into the next matchup.