Guardians split doubleheader with Pirates, Bazzana shines in second game

The Cleveland Guardians split a doubleheader against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 18, 2026, losing the first game 7-1 and winning the second 5-3. In the second game, the Guardians faced a tough outing against Khristian Curtis but rallied late, with Kahlil Watson contributing a crucial game-tying single. Travis Bazzana had a strong performance, contributing to the team’s late-game success. The Guardians continue their season with mixed results as they work through their draft class discussions in the latest Guardians Weekly.

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