Guardians Power Past Yankees with Three Homers to Secure Series Win

June 3, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; The Cleveland Guardians clinched their series against the New York Yankees in an impressive display at Yankee Stadium, hitting three home runs and staving off a late surge from the home team. First baseman Rhys Hoskins and third baseman José Ramírez led the charge, while the Guardians’ bullpen played a crucial role in sealing a 5-4 victory.

The game began with a bang for Cleveland as Kyle Manzardo launched a two-run homer in the second inning, breaking Gerrit Cole's scoreless streak to start the season. Manzardo’s powerful shot soared to the second deck, giving the Guardians a 1-0 lead. The Yankees quickly responded, with Jazz Chisholm Jr. hitting a solo home run of his own in the bottom of the inning, tying the game at one.

As the game progressed, Cleveland’s offense continued to thrive. In the fourth inning, a line drive from Ramírez set the stage for Hoskins, who blasted a hanging slider from Cole down the left field line for a two-run homer, extending the lead to 3-1. The Yankees retaliated again, narrowing the gap with a solo shot from José Caballero, making it 3-2.

However, the Guardians struck back with another homer from Ramírez, restoring their two-run advantage at 4-2. As the game wore on, the Yankees struggled to contain Cleveland’s batting, and despite a late rally, they couldn’t find the big hit needed to turn the tide. A sacrifice fly from Cody Bellinger brought the Yankees closer at 5-4, but they ultimately fell short.

Looking ahead, the Yankees will aim to avoid a series sweep in the final game, sending Carlos Rodón to the mound against Slade Cecconi of the Guardians. The matchup is scheduled for 1:35 PM on YES, providing the Yankees with an opportunity to bounce back against a challenging Cleveland lineup.