CLEVELAND — The reigning American League Central Division champion Cleveland Guardians will conclude their three-game series with the Houston Astros on Wednesday, April 22.
The Guardians won 8-5 on Tuesday, April 21 to even the series after the Astros won 9-2 on Monday, April 20.
The Guardians (14-11) remain in first place in the American League Central Division and the Astros (9-16) are at the bottom of the AL West standings.
Follow our live updates throughout the game tonight. Here’s what to know before the first pitch:
Yordan Alvarez hits two-run home run to give Astros 2-0 lead over Guardians in first inning
Yordan Alvarez hits a two-run home run over the fence in right field to give the Astros a 2-0 lead in the first inning. Carlos Correa led off with a double to left and then Alvarez hit the ball 422 feet. Not a good start for Tanner Bibee.
Alvarez has 11 home runs and 26 RBIs. He entered today batting .330.
Bibee retires the next three batters with Jose Altuve and Christian Walker each grounding out and Isaac Paredes striking out.
When do the Guardians play today?
First pitch is 1:10 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.
Where to watch Guardians game today?
The Cleveland Guardians vs. Houston Astros game is available on TV via Guardians.TV and Space City Home Network. Streaming is available on MLB.TV and Fubo, which offers a free trial.
Guardians lineup today vs. Astros
Astros lineup today vs. Guardians
Guardians vs. Astros starting pitchers
The Guardians will send right-hander Tanner Bibee (0-2, 4.81 ERA) to the mound and the Astros will counter with right-hander Peter Lambert (0-1, 7.20 ERA).
American League Central Division standings
Guardians vs. Blue Jays pitching probables
Akron Beacon Journal sports writer Michael Beaven can be reached by email at mbeaven@thebeaconjournal.
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