Guardians bring 1-0 series lead over Yankees into game 2
The Cleveland Guardians lead the series 1-0 against the New York Yankees as they prepare for game 2. The Guardians have a strong pitching lineup with Gavin Williams set to start, while the Yankees will counter with Gerrit Cole. Both teams have notable players dealing with injuries, impacting their lineups.
- ▪The Guardians have an overall record of 35-27 and are first in the AL Central.
- ▪The Yankees hold a 36-24 record and are second in the AL East.
- ▪Gavin Williams has an 8-3 record with a 3.07 ERA for the Guardians.
- ▪Gerrit Cole is starting for the Yankees with a perfect 0.00 ERA so far this season.
- ▪Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton are among the Yankees' key players currently dealing with injuries.
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