Overview
- The series opener between the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Guardians was postponed on April 25 due to rain, leading to a split doubleheader on April 26.
- In Game 1, Cleveland edged out Boston 5-4, with Steven Kwan delivering a decisive sixth-inning RBI single and Emmanuel Clase returning to pitch a perfect eighth inning in a setup role.
- Boston rebounded in Game 2 with a 7-3 victory, capitalizing on rookie Doug Nikhazy’s challenging MLB debut, during which he allowed six runs over three innings.
- The Guardians improved their home record to 8-2 and maintained their streak of not losing a home series this season.
- Both teams will regroup for the series finale on April 27, with Cleveland’s Logan Allen set to face Boston’s Brayan Bello.