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Angels get swept in a 3-game series at Cleveland, where LA has lost 30 of 34 since 2015

By TOM WITHERSYahoo Sports

The Angels have had a devilish time playing in Cleveland. Cleveland's stunning home record — and . 882 winning percentage — against the Angels over the 11-year span is the best by any major league team against any opponent.

Beyond that, the Guardians have hosted the Angels for 40 consecutive games without losing two in a row, the longest such streak in the expansion era (1961) for Cleveland.

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Angels have had a devilish time playing in Cleveland. With a 4-2 loss to the Guardians on Wednesday, Los Angeles was not only swept in the three-game series but dropped to 4-30 at Progressive Field since 2015. Cleveland's stunning home record — and .

882 winning percentage — against the Angels over the 11-year span is the best by any major league team against any opponent. Beyond that, the Guardians have hosted the Angels for 40 consecutive games without losing two in a row, the longest such streak in the expansion era (1961) for Cleveland. The Guardians haven't lost two straight home games to the Angels since 2013.

In baseball, such dominance is almost unfathomable. “They’re a well-coached team,” Angels manager Kurt Suzuki said in trying to explain the imbalance. “Their pitching has always been outstanding and they’re just a solid team.