Salvador Perez leads Kansas City against José Ramírez and Cleveland at Kauffman Stadium, with first pitch at 5:10 p.m. PT. New Apple TV+ subscribers can catch the action with a seven-day free trial.

This affiliate content is not influenced by our advertising relationships, but AP and Data Skrive might earn commissions from our partners’ links in this content.

The Cleveland Guardians face the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a 3-game set at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City Friday.

Terry Francona Sends Donald Trump Clear Message Amid Guardians Name Change Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Over a decade ago, Terry Francona signed on to become the Cleveland Indians’ manager. He departed the team in 2023, having experienced a pennant, nine winning seasons and one controversial name change.

Steven Kwan came through with the go-ahead RBI single in the eighth, and the Guardians beat the Orioles to earn win No. 11 in their last 13 games.

Despite two homers from Steven Kwan on Thursday, the Guardians lost to the Orioles 4-3, but won the series 3-1. Cleveland is 5-2 in the seven games since the All-Star break and will go to Kansas City for a three-game series.

Terry Francona, who managed Cleveland from 2013 to 2023, saw the franchise change its legendary name - but it was a move he remains happy about.

Here are the three best fits for Emmanuel Clase, should the Cleveland Guardians entertain trade offers for the star closer.

How does the Josh Naylor trade look in the rearview mirror? — Ryan M, Austin, Texas. Hey, Ryan: Let me ask you this, how does Slade Cecconi and five more years of control look to you? This was a deal that helped everyone involved.