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Guardians Host Red Sox in Three-Game Series at Progressive Field

Cleveland looks to maintain its strong home record while Boston seeks to rebound from recent struggles.

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Overview

  • The Cleveland Guardians (14-10) open their longest homestand of the season against the Boston Red Sox (14-13) on Friday night.
  • Probable pitching matchups include Ben Lively vs. Tanner Houck on Friday, Logan Allen vs. Walker Buehler on Saturday, and Gavin Williams vs. Bryan Bello on Sunday.
  • Cleveland has yet to lose a home series this season, boasting a 7-2 record at Progressive Field, while Boston begins a six-game road trip after losing two of three to Seattle.
  • Key players to watch include Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan, leading the team with a .338 batting average, and Red Sox DH Rafael Devers, who is mired in a 0-for-15 slump.
  • Injury concerns loom for both teams, with Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase sidelined by a sore shoulder and Boston missing several players, including pitcher Lucas Giolito.