Overview
- Tanner Bibee overcame a first-pitch home run to deliver a six-inning quality start, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks.
- Steven Kwan and Nolan Jones ignited a three-run sixth inning with a double steal, capped by a wild pitch and key hits from Kyle Manzardo and Angel Martinez.
- Cade Smith, stepping in for rested closer Emmanuel Clase, sealed the victory with an efficient four-pitch save in the ninth inning.
- Aaron Judge's 4-for-4 performance raised his batting average to .411, but the Yankees were undone by defensive miscues and a lack of late-inning offense.
- The Guardians improved to 14-9 on the season and 7-1 at home, continuing their strong form with an 11-3 record over their last 14 games.