Guardians survive a ninth-inning scare to beat the Tigers 4-3 for a fourth straight win
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-3, marking their fourth consecutive win. Travis Bazzana contributed significantly with a two-run homer, while Cade Smith secured the victory by closing out the ninth inning. The game featured a pivotal groundout by Brayan Rocchio that allowed Steven Kwan to score the go-ahead run.
- ▪Travis Bazzana hit a two-run homer to help the Guardians secure a 4-3 victory.
- ▪Cade Smith earned his 15th save of the season by striking out two batters in the ninth inning.
- ▪Brayan Rocchio's groundout in the seventh inning allowed Steven Kwan to score the go-ahead run.
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