Guardians News and Notes: Losing is Not as Fun as Winning

Apr 3, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A general view of signage depicting Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Slade Cecconi (44) as fans wait to enter before the home opener between the Guardians and the Chicago Cubs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Today feels like my first Guardians’ loss “hangover” of the year. José Ramírez had some solid contact but his worst AB of the game came with the bases loaded as he continues to press.

Slade Cecconi continued his pattern of looking like he should probably be a reliever (Cantillo had the same issue, though, so there is time). Matt Festa made me look silly for being his number one defender, or was it Stephen Vogt for thinking he is a fireman against left-handed hitters rather than Tim Herrin? Nick has the recap of an 11-5 loss here .

Good thing we have a game tonight to try to flush it. With Parker Messick vs. Martin Perez on the marquee, this would be a big one to win.

AROUND MLB: Tigers beat the Marlins, Blue Jays beat the Twins, and Royals beat the White Sox.