The Cleveland Guardians edged out the Texas Rangers with a 9-8 win at Progressive Field. The game took place on September 28, 2025, under clear skies. Zak Kent secured the win for the Guardians, improving their record to 87-74 and maintaining their position at the top of the AL Central.

Key performances included Brayan Rocchio, who contributed four RBIs, and Jhonkensy Noel, who hit a home run. Despite the loss, Rowdy Tellez stood out for the Rangers, hitting a home run and driving in three runs. The Rangers now hold a 81-80 record, placing them third in the AL West.

The Guardians started strong with 2 runs in the first inning. The Rangers responded in the second inning with 2 runs of their own. In the third inning, the Rangers added 2 more runs, but the Guardians managed 1 run to keep it close. The game remained tight as the Rangers scored in the sixth inning to lead. The Guardians answered with a run in the seventh inning and another in the eighth, taking the lead. Despite a late push by the Rangers, the Guardians held on to win 9-8.

Key Players
For the Guardians, Brayan Rocchio was a standout player. He hit a home run and drove in four runs. Bo Naylor also contributed with two hits and two RBIs.
On the pitching side, Zak Kent secured the win. He pitched two innings, allowing two hits and three runs.
For the Rangers, Rowdy Tellez hit a home run and had three RBIs. Jose Corniell took the loss, giving up four runs in 1.67 innings.

What’s Next

The Guardians’ win improves their record to 87-74, keeping them in 1st place in the Central division. This game was important for them as they continue to lead their division. With this victory, they maintain their position at the top. For the Rangers, the loss brings their record to 81-80, placing them 3rd in the West division. This game was another setback in their effort to climb higher in their standings. They remain in the middle of their division, needing wins in upcoming games to improve their standing.

The Cleveland Guardians have wrapped up their series against the Texas Rangers. Their next game will be the start of a new series. The Guardians will look to continue their winning ways in this upcoming matchup. The date and opponent for this game have not been provided.

The Texas Rangers have completed their series with the Cleveland Guardians. They will also begin a new series in their next game. The details regarding the date and opponent for their upcoming game have not been specified.

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