The Cleveland Guardians secured a 4-2 win over the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on July 9, 2025. Slade Cecconi earned the win, improving his record to 3-4 with a 3.56 ERA. The Guardians’ victory brings their season record to 42-48, while the Astros now stand at 55-37.

Jose Ramirez and Andy Martínez led the Guardians’ offense. Ramirez hit a home run and scored two runs. Martínez also contributed with a home run and an RBI, helping the team secure the win. The game took place in clear weather with a temperature of 100 degrees and wind blowing out to right field at 5 mph.

The Guardians started strong with two runs in the first inning. José Ramírez and Andrés Martínez both hit home runs. The Astros could not get on the board early, keeping the score 2-0 through six innings. In the seventh inning, the Guardians added two more runs. Josh Rodríguez drove in both runs, extending their lead to 4-0. The Astros scored their only two runs in the eighth inning. José Altuve and Mauricio Dubón each hit a double to bring the score to 4-2. The Guardians held on for the win.

Slade Cecconi played a big role for the Guardians, pitching 7 innings. He allowed 5 hits and 2 runs while striking out 9. His efforts earned him the win, improving his record to 3-4.

At the plate, José Ramírez had a strong game for Cleveland. He went 2-for-4 with a home run and an RBI. Andrés Martínez also contributed with a home run and an RBI.

For the Astros, Brandon Walter took the loss, pitching 6 innings and allowing 2 runs on 2 hits. José Altuve and Mauricio Dubón each had an RBI, but their efforts were not enough to secure a win.

What’s Next

The Cleveland Guardians’ win over the Houston Astros has meaningful implications for both teams. The Guardians now hold a 42-48 record, placing them 4th in the Central Division. This win helps them gain momentum as they try to climb in their division standings. On the other hand, the Astros remain at the top of the West Division despite the loss, with a 55-37 record. The Guardians’ victory over a top-ranked team like the Astros is significant for their confidence. As the season progresses, both teams will look to improve their standings and secure better positions for the playoffs.

The Cleveland Guardians will start a new series against the Chicago White Sox. This series begins on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Rate Field. The game is set to start at 7:40 PM.

The Houston Astros will face the Texas Rangers next. Their series starts on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Daikin Park. The first game of this series is scheduled to begin at 8:10 PM.

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