On September 8, 2025, the Cleveland Guardians hosted the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field. The Guardians won the game with a score of 10–2. Slade Cecconi was the winning pitcher, delivering an impressive performance over eight innings.

The Guardians’ offense was strong, with multiple players contributing to the score. Dominic Schneemann and Kyle Manzardo each drove in two runs. This win improved the Guardians’ record to 72-70, placing them third in the AL Central, while the Royals fell to 73-70, holding second place in the division.

The Guardians started strong, scoring in the first inning. They added another run in the third inning. In the fourth, they broke the game open with six runs. This gave them a big lead over the Royals. The Guardians scored again in the fifth and seventh innings, bringing their total to ten runs. The Royals managed to score twice in the ninth inning but could not catch up. The Guardians won the game 10-2.

Slade Cecconi played a key role for the Guardians, pitching eight innings without allowing a run. He gave up only one hit and struck out three batters. Cecconi’s performance earned him the win, improving his record to 5-6.

On the offensive side, several Guardians players stood out. Steven Kwan went 2-for-4 with two runs and an RBI. David Schneemann contributed with three hits and two RBIs, while Kyle Manzardo also added two RBIs with his three hits.

For the Royals, Ryan Bergert struggled on the mound. He pitched 3.33 innings, allowing eight runs on 11 hits, and took the loss. Jac Caglianone drove in the only two runs for the Royals with a hit in the ninth inning.

What’s Next

The Guardians’ win over the Royals brings their record to 72-70. They remain in 3rd place in the Central Division. The victory is significant as it tightens the gap with the Royals, who are now just one game ahead at 73-70. This game impacts the standings for both teams. The Royals, in 2nd place, need to watch their lead. The Guardians are closing in, making the race for the top spots more competitive. The head-to-head results between these teams will be crucial in the final stretch of the season.

The Kansas City Royals continue their series against the Cleveland Guardians. Their next game is on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Progressive Field. The game will start at 6:40 PM. The series will last three more games before the Royals head to Philadelphia to play the Phillies on Friday.

The Cleveland Guardians will also continue their series against the Kansas City Royals. They play again on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 6:40 PM at Progressive Field. After finishing this series, the Guardians will face the Chicago White Sox at home starting on Friday.

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