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Travis Bazzana powers Guardians to 8-1 win over Astros

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:07 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Travis Bazzana powers Guardians to 8-1 win over Astros

Summary

Travis Bazzana had a standout performance for the Cleveland Guardians in their 8-1 victory against the Houston Astros on June 20, 2026. Bazzana went 4-for-4 with two home runs, enhancing his status among MLB second basemen by leading in WRC+ and OPS. Additionally, Joey Cantillo pitched eight innings, allowing one run and striking out nine, marking his best start of the season. Kyle Manzardo contributed with a home run and three RBIs, while Patrick Bailey notched his first three-hit game as a Guardian. The Guardians will seek to clinch the series in the rubber match scheduled for June 21 at 2:10 PM ET.

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By the Numbers

•Bazzana goes 4-for-4 with two home runs.
•Cantillo pitches eight innings, allowing one run.
•Manzardo hits a home run and drives in three runs.
•Bailey records his first three-hit game with the Guardians.
•Guardians face the Astros again on June 21.

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4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Bazzana Goes Bananas To Lead Guardians To 8-1 Win

What they're saying

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This was maybe my favorite performance from any Guardians player this season. Seeing Travis Bazzana blossom into a star in his rookie season brings me so much joy. After his 4-4 2 HR performance tonight, he now leads all 2B in the MLB in WRC+ and OPS. I don’t know if he’ll get the votes […]
— Yahoo Sports

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