The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Seattle Mariners 6-4 in a significant matchup on March 26, 2026. This game marked a notable moment for several players, particularly Chase DeLauter, who hit his first two career home runs, becoming the fifth player in Cleveland’s franchise history to achieve this feat in his first regular-season at-bat.
Brendan Donovan also made an impact, hitting a solo home run in his first at-bat with the Mariners. Dominic Canzone contributed significantly to the Guardians’ victory by hitting two solo home runs during the game.
On the offensive side for Cleveland, Brayan Rocchio and Jose Ramírez each delivered key hits, with Rocchio hitting a two-run double and Ramírez adding another two-run double in the seventh inning. These plays were crucial in securing the win for the Guardians.
Despite the Mariners’ efforts, they struggled offensively, managing only two hits that weren’t home runs throughout the game. Gabe Speier took the loss for Seattle, bringing his record to 0-1, while Connor Brogdon earned the win for Cleveland, improving to 1-0.
The final score reflected the competitive nature of the game, with Cleveland scoring six runs compared to Seattle’s four. The Mariners’ next game will feature right-handed pitcher George Kirby starting against righty Gavin Williams, as the teams continue their four-game series on Friday night.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the health of Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee, who exited the game due to right shoulder inflammation. The outcome of this game adds to the ongoing rivalry between the two teams and sets the stage for the remaining matchups in the series.
