Cleveland Guardians vs. Chicago Cubs - August 14, 2024

JO ADELL KEEPS IT GOING FOR THE GUARDIANS!

Patrick Bailey Game-Tying HR 😨

Patrick Bailey ties the game with a solo shot!

DeLauter Solo HR 😤

Chase DeLauter gets a run back for the Guardians!

Griffin's Clean Snag 😮‍💨

B/R Walk-Off

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What a catch by Foster Griffin for the out 😮‍💨

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Padres, Cubs could find themselves going head-to-head in free agency after playoffs showdownThe Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres have met in the MLB playoffs each of the last two years and could battle it out for arms in free agency this winter.

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Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

Rays' Game 1 Lineup 📋

Ryan Bass

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Kevin Cash’s lineup today in Game 1 of the ALCS, which features a ton of right-handed bats against LHP Griffin, including Fortes and Williamson’s postseason debuts for #Rays. Cash said he called Chandler Simpson last night and told him he’ll continue to play huge part.

Guardians' Game 1 Lineup 📋

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Vibes are good, hbu? #GuardsBall | #StandGuard

Messick Starting ALCS Game 2

Tim Stebbins

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@tim_stebbins

Parker Messick is the Guardians’ starter for Game 2 of the ALCS.

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NLCS Game 2: Dodgers at Brewers and ALCS Game 1: Guardians at RaysDay 2 of the League Championship Series round features two games.

Why J-Ram Deserves a WS Ring 💍

Guardians star deserves a storybook ending

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The Cleveland Guardians' three-step blueprint to success in the ALCS vs. the RaysIt took a stellar pitching effort and an impossible home run from José Ramírez, but the Cleveland Guardians completed the improbable and completed their 0-2 ser

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Why the Ideal Bat Path is the Ideal Bat Path - Bleacher NationAlex Bregman's swing is an absolute model for an ideal swing path.

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The Top 7 Cubs Free Agents to Target for 2027 - Bleacher NationThere are a TON of Cubs free agents leaving this winter. So here's a list of the six-best free agents for the Cubs to add before 2027.

All 4 Teams Chasing History 🏆

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Whoever comes out on top, baseball fans are in for a historic finish 👀

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Cubs AFL Update: Interview with outfielder Kade SnellRising Cubs outfield prospect Kade Snell takes a moment to speak with us.

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The 2026 Guardians and Faith RewardedIt’s a good time to be a Cleveland baseball fan

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Japanese Ace Kaima Taira Wrapped Up a Brilliant NPB Season Ahead of a Likely Posting - Bleacher NationWhen Kaima Taira is posted for MLB teams, he'll have 45 days to negotiate a contract.

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AFL Mesa Solar Sox update: Dominick Reid stays strongThe Mesa Solar Sox played five games this week and won one, lost three and tied one.

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ALCS Preview: Guardians vs. RaysHere we go

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Guardians put their trade deadline to the test with ALCS Game 1 starter decision vs. RaysThe Cleveland Guardians announced they will start Foster Griffin for Game 1 against Drew Rasmussen and the Tampa Bay Rays. Griffin was acquired at the trade dea

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A 2026 Chicago Cubs Draft Report Card a Few Months Later - Bleacher NationHow is the Cubs' draft class looking now that the season is over?

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Guardians Announce ALCS RosterWe’ve got one change

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Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Steven Kwan could be one of the better hitters on the move ➡️

Guardians' ALCS Roster ✨

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Our roster for the American League Championship Series is set. #GuardsBall | #StandGuard

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MLB Playoffs Winners and Losers ⚾Analyzing what went wrong for the Cubs 📲

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Way-too-early prediction for Cubs’ starting rotation at the start of the 2027 seasonAn early prediction of what the Chicago Cubs' starting rotation could look like by Opening Day 2027.

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Seiya SuzukiThe Cubs really can’t afford NOT to keep the Japanese star.

Rays' ALCS Roster ⚡

Rays Communications

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@RaysPR

The Tampa Bay Rays have announced their American League Championship Series roster.

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Trevor Rogers looks like perfect Cubs fit until Orioles' qualifying offer enters the pictureThe Chicago Cubs don't just have a need for pitching this offseason, they have a need for a specific kind of pitcher. The Cubs will be in search of pitchers who

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Guardians News: Let’s Do ThisNews and Notes for Monday, October 12th, 2026

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MLB News Outside The Confines: Three Davids and one GoliathThe two League Championship Series are set, and there’s three small-market teams. And other MLB news.

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3 Cubs free agent signings that would signal Jed Hoyer is falling into the same trap againThe Chicago Cubs need to shift how they view pitching additions, and there are some clear free agents they need to avoid.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 12Happy Birthday, Glenn Beckert!

National League Championship Series Game 1: Dodgers at BrewersThe teams with the top two regular season records in the NL meet to see who goes to the World Series.

Cubs prospect Josiah Hartshorn gets MLB Pipeline recognition that surprises absolutely nobodyJosiah Hartshorn and Brooks Caple have been named MLB Pipeline's top Chicago Cubs prospects, offering a glimpse of the future in the organization.

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Umpires for NLCS and ALCS 📝Crews revealed for both championship series 📲

Today in Cubs history: An incredible ninth-inning comeback in the 2016 NLDSThis game is well worth remembering.

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Guardians Advance, White Sox Set Strike Out Record, Matt Shaw's Future, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationOnly four teams remain in the fight for the 2026 World Series championship, as we near the end of a rather entertaining season. October may be the best month

ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

Cubs Rumors: Bringing back Carson Kelly may not be as far-fetched as it once seemedCarson Kelly is set to hit free agency, but the Chicago Cubs may make a strong play to bring him back this offseason, a move that could have huge dividends.

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American League Championship Series Schedule for the GuardiansLet’s clear our calendars

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Guardians News: NLCS Begins Tonight, OUR ALCS TomorrowNews and Notes for Sunday, October 11th, 2026

A few thoughts about the White Sox/Guardians division seriesCleveland became the 11th team to overcome a 2-0 deficit in a best-of-five postseason series.

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Wild Dodgers Payroll Stat 😵LA spending more than every postseason team left combined 📲

Cubs could turn their Wild Card nightmare into offseason opportunity with Michael KingIf Michael King hits free agency, he would be an ideal target for the Chicago Cubs this offseason.

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Guardians' ALCS run should officially quiet rumors of Stephen Vogt leaving for SeattleIn yet another magical comeback under the direction of manager Stephen Vogt, the Cleveland Guardians capped off a three-game winning streak with a 2-0 victory i

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Guardians relentlessly troll White Sox after Game 5 with receipts from the roadNot the end of the road for the Cleveland Guardians after all, who've won the ALDS over the Chicago White Sox.

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Sabrowski HYPED After Clutch KGuardians pitcher lost his voice after escaping a bases-loaded jam in Game 5 (The Athletic)

Cubs can't rely solely on Matt Shaw and Pedro Ramirez to replace Ian Happ and Seiya SuzukiMatt Shaw and Pedro Ramirez can't be the only plan for the Chicago Cubs in their efforts to replace Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki.

Chicago Cubs news — Ramirez, Suzuki, ImanagaPedro Ramirez played very well in the field as well as as a switch hitter. He will be a large factor in 2027 and beyond.

4 individual Cubs storylines worth celebrating from an otherwise imperfect 2026 seasonTo say the end of the 2026 Chicago Cubs season left a bad taste in everyone's mouth would be the understatement of the century. The year, by most standards, was

Guardians complete comeback vs White Sox; advance to ALCSI CAN’T FEEL MY EXTREMITIES

WE ARE GOING TO THE ALCS!!!Your best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Guardians Set To Meet Rays in ALCS 🍿Cleveland's pitching was the difference maker in must-win Game 5

GUARDIANS COMPLETE 0-2 COMEBACK 🤯

Cleveland sets postseason record with 21 Ks

J-Ram HR Breaks Stalemate 💥

Guardians slugger sends one deep to take lead in Game 5

Kelce at ALDS Game 5 ⚾️Supporting his Guardians in must-win matchup

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MLB Division Series Game 5: White Sox at GuardiansThe winner of tonight’s game heads to the ALCS.

Cubs' outfield need shouldn't tempt them into Jarren Duran trade if Red Sox squeeze him outThe Chicago Cubs have a need in the outfield this offseason, but they should ignore the idea of a Jarren Duran trade.

Guardians Game 5 Lineup ♨️

Why not us? #GuardsBall | #StandGuard

Adell Wearing Spida Jersey 🕷️

B/R Walk-Off

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Jo Adell is rocking a Donovan Mitchell jersey ahead of Game 5 in Cleveland 👀🕷️ (via @MLB)

White Sox Game 5 Lineup

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Time to battle

Guardians-White Sox ALCS Game Five PreviewHere we go

3 Yankees the Cubs could poach if Rays sweep forces New York into an offseason resetLike the Chicago Cubs, the New York Yankees made a quick exit from the MLB playoffs and could re-tool this offseason through free agency and the trade market.

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Today in Cubs history: A five-run ninth inning rally wins a World Series gameThe Cubs came from behind to win Game 1 of the 1908 World Series.

Latest World Series Odds 🎲Fan and expert predictions ahead of Guardians-White Sox Game 5 📲

Cubs insider leaves little doubt about the odds of a reunion with Shota ImanagaAccording to one Chicago Cubs insider, there's little chance Jed Hoyer explores a reunion with left-hander Shota Imanaga in free agency.

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Last Chance for the White Sox, Salary Cap Arguments, Ditka's Seventh Inning Stretch, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationAlthough the Cubs have been eliminated for almost two weeks (somehow, it feels like yesterday, yet at the same time, several months ago?), there's still some baseball to be played. White Sox play tonight. And it's their last chance to survive.

Kaima Taira wins Pacific League award while strengthening case to be Cubs' top free agent targetKaima Taira recently earned NPB's ERA title, and it's a reminder that he should be on the Chicago Cubs' radar this winter.

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Chicago Cubs news— Hartshorn, Ayers, Caple, Cabada, UsecheMLB Pipeline named Josiah Hartshorn Cubs Player of the year, one of an interesting group of players in this article.

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

Guardians News: Decisive Game Five TonightNews and Notes for Saturday, October 10th, 2026

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What the complex Guardians' pitching plan should look like for ALDS Game 5The single greatest advantage the Guardians gave themselves by wrestling the division away from the Chicago White Sox was the ability to set up their rotation.

5 MLB playoff stars the Cubs must target this offseason to finally end their October miseryTarik Skubal is the obvious one, but there are other MLB playoff stars the Chicago Cubs should have on their radar this offseason.

Cubs would face even more pressure to dethrone Brewers thanks to MLB's latest CBA proposalThe Chicago Cubs made it clear last spring training that the path that puts them in the best position to have success in October is winning the division. Such a

Remembering Mike Ditka's Legendary Seventh Inning Stretch at Wrigley Field - Bleacher NationThe fastest Seventh Inning Stretch in recorded history.

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The 10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the Cubs' most unexpected postseason triumph ➡️

Dear White Sox Fans: We're Rooting for You ... Whether You Like It or Not - Bleacher NationLike it or not, White Sox fans, I want you to beat the Guardians and advance to the ALCS.

MLB Pipeline Names Its Cubs Prospects of the Year - Bleacher NationIt's a close battle on the positional side, so who gets the top prospect nod for the Cubs?

Andrew McCutchen on the Modern Day Andrew McCutchen? (Hint: It's a Cub) - Bleacher NationIf Andrew McCutchen says you remind him of himself as a young player, that's a pretty sweet compliment.

MLB has proposed a 154-game schedule to the MLBPAThere are some intriguing ideas here. Of course, there’s a catch.

Cubs may have already ruled themselves out of Randy Arozarena sweepstakes without saying itWith a focus on pitching, the Chicago Cubs likely won't entertain a pursuit of Randy Arozarena this offseason.

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Guardians News: Back Home for Game FiveNews and Notes for Friday, October 9th, 2026

No Clincher, No Games, No More Suzuki(?), No Acuña, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe odds are still against the Cubs retaining Seiya Suzuki.

A blueprint for Jed Hoyer to fix Cubs pitchingThe Cubs seem to have fallen behind other teams in pitching development. Here are things they could do to change that.

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Guardians vanquishing White Sox’s biggest mental edge has completely flipped momentum for Game 5Well, one of the divisional round series had to go the distance, right? The Guardians offense pulled quite an incredible rabbit out of the hat and scored a comb

Aging Yankees slugger could help the Cubs offset the loss of Ian Happ and Seiya SuzukiIn need of protection against left-handed pitching on the bench, there could be a match between the Chicago Cubs and Paul Goldschmidt in free agency.

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Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw the Cubs needs to address in 2027 📲

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 9Happy Birthday, Courtney Duncan!

MLB News Outside The Confines: The Rays are spreading the newsThe Rays sweep the Yankees. The Dodgers dispatch the Braves. CBA and lockout stuff and more MLB news.

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Jose Ramirez firmly cements place in White Sox fans' nightmares by sparking Guardians' Game 4 surgeJose Ramirez of the Cleveland Guardians is alive just in time for the ALCS after sending the White Sox to Game 5.

3 changes Cubs must finally make after another exhausting year of the Jed Hoyer experienceJed Hoyer isn't going anywhere, but that doesn't hide the reality that real changes are needed for the Chicago Cubs this offseason.

Six Run Sixth and Three Starters used; Guardians Force Game 5!LET’S GOOOOO!

Guardians Force Game 5 🛡️

J-Ram, Bailey HRs gets comeback started

Guardians' Big Inning Forces Game 5 🍿Bailey, Ramírez kick-start comeback win over Whote Sox

Guardians' 6-Run Inning 🔥

Cleveland running up the score in Chicago with season on the line 🎥

Patrick Bailey Have a Night 🔥

PATRICK BAILEY! Guardians take the lead again!

Bazzana's 1st Postseason RBI 🛡️

Travis Bazzana ties the game for the Guardians!

Bailey Pinch-Hit Homer 💥

Guardians catcher comes into game and makes immediate impact 🎥

J-Ram CLUTCH Blast in 5th 💣

Guardians hit 2nd homer of inning to take the lead 🎥

MLB Division Series Game 4: Guardians at White SoxJust one game today, and the White Sox still can close out their series with a win.

Cubs have a Dansby Swanson problem that's only going to get worseWith Dansby Swanson's bat hitting career lows in 2026, the Chicago Cubs must address a growing concern in their lineup.

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

The Qualifying Offer Number For Post-2026 Free Agents is Out - Bleacher NationThe increased Qualifying Offer number could mean tougher decisions for the Cubs.

Guardians Game 4 Lineup 📕

Win and go home. #GuardsBall | #StandGuard

Wrigley Field security bollard construction begins next weekFirst preps for next year’s All-Star Game are beginning.

The Guardians Should Still Start Angel Martinez TonightIt’s not time to abandon ship quite yet

Nico Hoerner on What the Cubs Can Take Away from a Two-Game Wild Card Sweep - Bleacher NationYou don't want to go too far in what you take away from just two games, but that's not the same as nothing.

Major League Baseball Proposes Reducing the Regular Season, Postseason Structure Changes, More (UPDATE) - Bleacher NationMLB has a new proposal for the players ahead of the CBA's expiration.

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

This year’s MLB qualifying offer has been set. Should any Cubs be given one?Three Cubs players might rate getting a QO. Who would you give one to?

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Cubs should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

Keys for ALDS Game Four for the GuardiansLet’s get back to Cleveland

Heartbreaking Non-Homers, Trio of Clubs Move On, NLCS Match-Up, Streaming, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationTwo near home runs were the stories in a couple eliminations last night.

MLB Has Reportedly Issued a Lengthy Memo on How Teams Are to Handle the Upcoming Lockout - Bleacher NationIn case you had any hopes whatsoever of the league and the players reaching a deal before the December 1 expiration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, I think this tells you plenty about where things stand.

In praise of Craig CounsellSome of you don’t like the Cubs manager. I’m here to give him props for good work.

Cubs could be forced into coaching staff change after Alex Cora spurns Phillies opportunityWith Alex Cora turning down an offer to manager the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs' bench coach Ryan Flaherty could be a name to watch.

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Gausman, HolmesNo, PCA is not a new member of the Chicago Bears. He was at Solider Field last Sunday to support friend Caleb Williams.

Cubs News: International Free Agent Signings, Pete Crow-Armstrong honored, Edward CabreraThe latest Chicago Cubs news, including recent international free-agent signings, Pete Crow-Armstrong being honored, and the plan for Edward Cabrera.

Guardians Take One in ChicagoMorning News for Thursday, October 7th, 2026

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4 things Guardians must do to secure Game 4 win after stealing momentum from the White SoxHow the Guardians can send the ALDS back to Cleveland.

4 Cubs players most likely to be traded after Jed Hoyer hints at different looking 2027 rosterThe Chicago Cubs' roster will look different in 2027, and that will likely mean a trade or two along the way.

Guardians Beat White Sox in Game 3 👊J-Ram finally breaks through as Cleveland stays alive in 9-3 win

One Spot Remains Up for Grabs ‼️All eyes on Guardians and White Sox 📲

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Should fielders need to stay in their spots?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if more restrictions on fielding is needed.

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

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Guardians Come to Life on the South Side; Take Game 3 to Stay AliveWE GOT ONE!

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MLB Division Series: Rays at Yankees, Brewers at PadresThe Rays and Brewers can close out their series tonight.

J-Ram 2-Run Triple 🙌

Guardians star provides clutch hit to put game out of reach vs. White Sox in 8th

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Cubs could take first step toward Ian Happ reunion with looming qualifying offer decisionOne of the first decisions the Chicago Cubs will need to make this offseason is determining if they are going to use the qualifying offer on any of their free a

J-Ram Defensive Web Gem 💎

JOSÉ RAMÍREZ WHAT A PLAY!

J-Ram Scores on Crafty Play 🏃

Vintage José Ramírez. #GuardsBall | StandGuard

Adell Bases-Clearing Triple 💨

JO ADELL BASES-CLEARING TRIPLE! GUARDIANS LEAD!

Kwan Game-Tying RBI 💪