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Angel Martínez’s Grand Slam Propels Guardians to 2-0 Series Lead in Houston

Cleveland’s back-to-back wins showcase late-game power with clutch two-out hitting during Houston’s roster shake-up

Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio, right, celebrates with Steven Kwan (38) after hitting a home run as Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz kneels behind home plate during the fourth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Houston Astros' Jose Altuve hits a RBI single against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Houston Astros' Taylor Trammell celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the fifth inning of a baseball game Monday, July 7, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Cleveland Guardians' José Ramírez (11) hits a two-run home run as Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) reaches for the pitch during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Overview

  • Angel Martínez delivered a two-out grand slam off Josh Hader in the 10th inning to lift the Guardians to a 10-6 extra-innings win and a 2-0 series advantage.
  • Brayan Rocchio’s sixth-inning, two-run double snapped a 10-game losing streak and secured a 7-5 victory to open the series Monday.
  • The Guardians produced six of their seven runs with two outs across the first two games, underscoring timely execution against Houston’s pitching.
  • Injuries forced the Astros to debut outfielder Kenedy Corona, who drew a seven-pitch walk in his first plate appearance but finished 0-for-2.
  • Cleveland’s bullpen combined for five scoreless innings after Joey Cantillo allowed three runs over 4⅔ innings, reinforcing momentum ahead of the All-Star break.