As the Guardians prepare to face the Red Sox at Fenway Park, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent offensive surge. The Guardians have shown a remarkable ability to get on base and drive in runs, which could be pivotal in their upcoming game scheduled for April 18th.

Jun 6, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) rounds third base en route to scoring during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, the Guardians have displayed a mixed bag of results. They suffered losses against both the Mariners and Athletics but bounced back with an impressive win over Oakland. Despite these fluctuations, one consistent factor has been their hitting performance. In their victory against Oakland, they amassed 15 hits and scored 12 runs, showcasing an explosive offense that could pose a significant threat to Boston's pitching staff.

The team's batting average of .366 in that game was well above average, with an on-base percentage (OBP) of .440 indicating a strong ability to reach base – a critical component for scoring opportunities. Additionally, they demonstrated speed on the bases with six stolen bases at a success rate of one hundred percent.

Jun 6, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas (36) catches a ball hit by Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (not pictured) during the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

However, it wasn't just about offense; the bullpen also played its part by not allowing any earned runs and maintaining an ERA of 0.0 over five innings pitched – highlighting effective relief pitching that could prove crucial in tight situations.

Fielding is another area where the Guardians have excelled recently; they did not commit any errors during two out of three past games which helps prevent opponents from getting extra outs or advancing runners unnecessarily.

Jun 6, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) is forced out by Boston Red Sox shortstop Enrique Hernandez (5) during the eighth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

As we look towards Fenway Park – known for its unique dimensions and Green Monster – it will be interesting to see how this impacts both teams' strategies. The venue has historically favored hitters due to its relatively short left-field wall but also challenges outfielders with quirky angles and caroms off said wall.

Fans can catch this intriguing matchup live as Cleveland visits Boston on April 18th at 17:35 UTC (1:35 PM local time). It promises to be an exciting contest as we watch whether Cleveland’s bats can maintain momentum against Boston’s pitchers at one of baseball’s most iconic parks.

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