David Fry faces pressure as Guardians take on left-handed pitchers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfielder David Fry is at a critical juncture in his season as the team prepares to face left-handed pitchers from the Texas Rangers this weekend. Fry has struggled recently, going 2-for-35 in his last month of games, and is underperforming with an 81 wRC+ since June 2024. His inconsistency, including a low contact rate in the zone, raises questions about his role on the team, especially with Kody Huff potentially offering a stronger performance against left-handers. The Guardians are considering lineup adjustments, as their outfield currently consists entirely of left-handed hitters.
- •David Fry is hitting 2-for-35 in his last month.
- •He has an 81 wRC+ and low zone contact rate since June 2024.
- •The Guardians face left-handed pitchers from the Rangers this weekend.
- •Kody Huff could be a potential replacement for Fry in the lineup.
- •Cleveland's outfield is currently all left-handed hitters.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Make or Break for the Guardians’ David Fry
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