Guardians rally past Angels for seventh straight victory
Steven Kwan tied the game with a double in the ninth inning, and Travis Bazzana's sacrifice fly drove in the winning run as Cleveland beat Los Angeles 4-3. Hunter Gaddis earned the win with two outs in the eighth, and Erik Sabrowski recorded his second career save.
Cleveland erased a late deficit in dramatic fashion, with Steven Kwan delivering a game-tying double in the ninth inning before Travis Bazzana lifted a sacrifice fly to plate the decisive run. The comeback extended the Guardians' winning streak to seven games, their longest such run of the season. Los Angeles had carried a narrow lead into the final frame but could not close it out.
The bullpen proved decisive for Cleveland. Hunter Gaddis recorded the win after entering with two outs in the eighth inning, while Erik Sabrowski closed the door for his second career save. The victory underscores the Guardians' recent momentum and their ability to manufacture runs in high-pressure situations.
A seventh straight win could solidify Cleveland's standing in the division race and boost confidence among players and fans alike. For the Angels, the late collapse may raise questions about bullpen reliability as the season progresses. Such late-game drama also energizes the broader fan base, potentially increasing viewership and engagement with the sport during a pivotal stretch of the schedule.