Guardians' home run struggles raise postseason concerns

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:07 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Guardians' home run struggles raise postseason concerns
Summary

The Cleveland Guardians face a potential issue as they rank 28th in Major League Baseball with 147 home runs this season. Jose Ramirez has only 11 home runs in 117 games, significantly below his usual performance. Currently, Angel Martinez leads the team with just 15 homers, which could result in the lowest team-leading total since 1968. With the postseason approaching, concerns are growing about the team's ability to generate runs effectively. The Guardians may consider acquiring more power hitters in the offseason to bolster their offensive capabilities.

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  • Cleveland ranks 28th in MLB for home runs this season.
  • Jose Ramirez has hit only 11 homers in 117 games.
  • Angel Martinez leads the team with 15 home runs.
  • The Guardians could face challenges in the postseason without more offensive power.
  • Management may pursue power hitters in the offseason.
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  • 4:07 PMYahoo SportsGuardians have 'strange' offensive stat that may be postseason issue
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This could be a glaring problem for the Guardians.

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