The game turned in the sixth inning when Cleveland scored four runs to transform a 3-1 deficit into a commanding advantage. The Guardians added insurance late to complete an 8-2 victory over Detroit at Comerica Park.
Slade Cecconi earned the win with 7.1 innings of work, allowing 2 runs on 5 hits while striking out 4. Carrying a 5.16 ERA, Cecconi improved to 3-4 on the season. Jose Ramirez anchored the offense, going 3-for-4 with a double, home run and 3 RBI.
Cleveland broke the game open in the sixth. Martínez singled to right, bringing Bazzana home to make it 5-1. Two batters later, Ramírez doubled to right, scoring both Kwan and Rocchio to extend the lead to 7-1. The Guardians had taken control after Detroit managed just one run through five innings.
Framber Valdez struggled for Detroit, lasting only 5 innings and allowing 4 runs on 5 hits with 4 walks. His ERA stands at 4.58 after falling to 2-3. Matt Vierling provided the Tigers' lone highlight with a solo home run in the eighth, but the damage was already done.
Cleveland extended its winning streak to two games and improved to 26-22. Detroit dropped to 20-27, falling further behind in the division race.