Overview

• Kyle Manzardo delivered a standout performance with four RBIs, tying the Cleveland franchise record for most RBIs on opening day.
• Manzardo became the third player in MLB history to hit a double, triple, and home run on opening day, joining Don Baylor (1973) and Gee Walker (1937).
• The Cleveland Guardians overcame an early 3-0 deficit, with key contributions including Steven Kwan's 10th-inning RBI double and Manzardo's decisive two-run double.
• Kansas City's Vinnie Pasquantino hit a three-run homer in the third inning, but the Royals struggled to maintain their momentum, tying the game in the ninth before falling in extra innings.
• Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt anticipated the Royals' decision to intentionally walk Carlos Santana in the 10th inning, setting up Manzardo's game-clinching hit.