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DeLauter's Power Fuels Guardians' Home Opener Win
4 Apr
Summary
- Rookie Chase DeLauter powered the Guardians to a 4-1 victory with three hits and three RBIs.
- DeLauter hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning, extending Cleveland's lead.
- Chicago's starting pitcher, Cade Horton, exited the game early due to forearm discomfort.

The Cleveland Guardians kicked off their home season with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday, fueled by rookie Chase DeLauter's impressive performance. DeLauter contributed significantly with three hits and three runs batted in, including a crucial two-run homer in the seventh inning that extended Cleveland's lead.
Gabriel Arias also added to the Guardians' tally with a home run in the seventh, securing the victory. This marks the Guardians' third consecutive home opener win. The game's temperature was a pleasant 70 degrees at first pitch, marking the warmest home opener since 1992.
The Cubs managed an early lead with an RBI hit in the third inning, but their starting pitcher, Cade Horton, exited in the second due to right forearm discomfort. Connor Brogdon earned the win for Cleveland, and Cade Smith secured his second save of the season.