The Cleveland Guardians took on the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on September 5, 2025. The Guardians came out on top with a 7–1 win. Gavin Williams pitched a strong game, going seven innings and allowing just one run. Key performances included José Ramírez and Steven Kwan. Ramírez contributed with three hits and two RBIs, while Kwan scored two runs with two hits. The victory moved the Guardians to a 69-70 record, while the Rays fell to 71-69. The Guardians took control early with a big second inning, scoring five runs. Steven Kwan contributed two RBIs, and José Ramírez added two more. The Rays struggled to respond, remaining scoreless through the first five innings. In the sixth inning, Cleveland increased their lead with two more runs. Austin Hedges hit a home run, bringing the score to 7-0. The Rays managed one run in the bottom of the sixth from a home run by Junior Caminero, but it was not enough to close the gap.

Gavin Williams stood out on the mound for the Guardians. He pitched 7 innings, allowing only 1 run and striking out 3. His solid performance earned him the win, improving his record to 9-5 with a 3.26 ERA.

On the offensive side, José Ramírez had a productive day for the Guardians. He had 3 hits in 5 at-bats, driving in 2 runs. Steven Kwan also contributed with 2 hits, 2 runs, and 2 RBIs, helping the Guardians secure their victory.

For the Rays, Ian Seymour was the losing pitcher. He pitched 4 innings, giving up 5 runs, though only 1 was earned. Despite the loss, Junior Caminero managed to hit a solo home run, providing the Rays with their only run of the game.

What’s Next

The Guardians’ victory over the Rays brings their record to 69-70. They remain in 3rd place in the Central division. This win helps them inch closer to an even record as the season progresses. On the other hand, the Rays drop to 71-69 and stand 4th in the East division. This loss impacts their standing as they try to climb higher. The game highlights the competitive nature of both divisions as teams fight for better positioning.

The Cleveland Guardians will continue their series with the Tampa Bay Rays. Their next game is on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 7:05 PM. The game will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field, where they will face off against the Rays again.

The Tampa Bay Rays will also play the Guardians in their next game. This matchup is part of the ongoing series and will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Like the previous games, it will occur at George M. Steinbrenner Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM.

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