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Guardians Seek to Cement Dominance Over Athletics at Progressive Field

As the Cleveland Guardians prepare to host the Oakland Athletics at Progressive Field, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its impressive performance. The Guardians have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, but their last game against the Athletics was a display of offensive prowess with a 12-3 victory, showcasing their ability to unleash an offensive fury.


Jun 22, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Andres Gimenez (0) steals second as Oakland Athletics second baseman Jace Peterson (6) waits for the throw during the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

The team's batting average has been fluctuating, highlighted by a .366 average in one game and dipping as low as .188 in another. Despite these variances, they've demonstrated power at the plate with multiple extra-base hits and home runs across these games. Their speed on base paths is also noteworthy, having successfully stolen bases at a perfect rate in one of the matchups.


Pitching for the Guardians has had its ups and downs. While they've managed games with no earned runs allowed by their bullpen, there have been instances where their ERA spiked due to starters giving up multiple runs early in games. However, high strikeout rates from relievers show that they have weapons in the bullpen capable of shutting down opposing hitters when needed.


Jun 22, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Logan Allen (41) throws a pitch to Oakland Athletics first baseman Ryan Noda (49) during the first inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Defensively, Cleveland has been solid with few errors committed and several double plays turned. This defensive reliability will be crucial as they face an Athletics team looking for redemption after previous defeats.


Fans attending or tuning into this matchup can expect an exciting contest where both teams will battle it out on April 20th at 22:10 UTC at Progressive Field. The game will be broadcasted on BSGL network for those watching from home. With both teams eager to assert themselves early in the season, this is surely not a game to miss!


Jun 22, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher JP Sears (38) throws a pitch to Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) during the first inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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