Behind a five-run first inning, the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 7-0 in Game 1 of the 2024 American League Division Series at

Angel Martinez is the lone surprise on the position player side. The Guardians are carrying Daniel Schneemann and Tyler Freeman as utility players. Manager Stephen Vogt noted that Freeman had looked good in Triple-A to end the year and then had some good at-bats, after making some adjustments, over the last week in Cleveland.

The Guards struck quickly for a 5-0 lead in the first off opener Tyler Holton (0-1). Detroit’s lefty had made three similiar type starts against the Guardians during the regular season and never allowed a run. This time the ceiling caved in on him.