Overview

• The Cleveland Guardians won the three-game series against the Washington Nationals with an 8-6 victory on May 7, fueled by an eight-run sixth inning.
• Carlos Santana's bases-clearing double highlighted the sixth inning, where 13 Guardians batters combined for six hits, three walks, and a hit-by-pitch.
• Gabriel Arias delivered a career-high four hits in the series finale, continuing his strong performance in an everyday role.
• Cleveland's bullpen stabilized after early struggles in the series, with Emmanuel Clase earning his eighth save to secure the finale.
• The Guardians completed a demanding 22-game stretch with a 14-8 record and now return home, tied for the most wins in the American League.