Diamondbacks face Guardians in key Wild Card matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks meet the Cleveland Guardians in a crucial series as both teams vie for a Wild Card spot. The Guardians, despite ranking last in team OPS, showcase a strong pitching staff that allowed only 3 earned runs over 17.1 innings against the Diamondbacks. However, Arizona managed to take two vital victories in the series, largely capitalizing on Cleveland's struggles in the bullpen. Tensions escalated during Sunday’s game, resulting in a benches-clearing incident after a questionable bunt attempt from Tim Tawa. The Diamondbacks are currently evaluating potential roster moves ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Diamondbacks take 2 of 3 games against Guardians in series.
- •Cleveland's pitching staff held opponents to 3 earned runs over 17.1 innings.
- •Tensions rose during Sunday’s game, leading to a benches-clearing incident.
- •Arizona faces pressure to bolster their bullpen before the trade deadline.
- •Guardians are last in MLB for team OPS despite strong pitching performance.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Guardians of the Wild Card
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