Guardians complete sweep of Astros
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The Guardians recently snapped a 10-game losing streak, but it may not be enough to prevent them from selling at this year’s deadline.
Green tea, long morning walks and calming thoughts at breakfast seem to have helped the Guardians. After a 10-game losing streak, they just completed a three-game sweep of the AL West-leading Astros.
However, Cleveland's eighth-ranked prospect has spent more time on the injured list this season than on the field, and Brito is headed right back to the IL following a recent injury. The organization announced on Tuesday that Brito has been placed on the 7-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
The team says Ramírez will instead 'focus on recovery and preparation for the second half of the season.' The 32-year-old has dealt with several nagging injuries.
Victor Caratini's two-out homer in the bottom of the inning drew the Astros within a run, but they got no closer. David Fry added a two-out solo homer off Kaleb Ort in the ninth for the final margin.
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Jul 7, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Cleveland Guardians third base and infield coach Rouglas Odor (53) celebrates with designated hitter David Fry (6) after his home run against the Houston Astros in the ninth inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
An inability to score runs has caused the Cleveland Guardians to fall rapidly in the American League Central standings.
The Guardians were one strike away from a huge win against Tarik Skubal and the Tigers. Then it fell apart in stunning fashion.
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