Travis Bazzana joins elite list of Guardians leadoff hitters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
On June 21, Travis Bazzana excelled for the Guardians in a game against the Astros, hitting two home runs and driving in five runs in a four-hit performance. This achievement places Bazzana in a select group of Cleveland leadoff hitters alongside Francisco Lindor, Grady Sizemore, and Kenny Lofton, all of whom had similar outings in the past 70 years. Bazzana is in his first MLB season, raising his league OPS to.845 and showcasing his potential as a young player. The Guardians hope Bazzana will continue to make a significant impact this season and in the future.
- •Bazzana hit two home runs against the Astros
- •He drove in five runs and had four hits
- •Only four Guardians leadoff hitters achieved this in 70 years
- •Bazzana's season OPS is now.845
- •He has played 46 games in the MLB so far
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians' Travis Bazzana joins Francisco Lindor, Grady Sizemore, Kenny Lofton in Cleveland MLB history
"Bazzana had a special Saturday in the batter's box.
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