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Winning a four-game series is difficult in its own. Sweeping a four-game series is an ever harder task. Taking all four games of a series against a division rival on the road is arguably the toughest ask in baseball.
That said, that’s exactly what the Cleveland Guardians accomplish this week, traveling to the state of North to Comerica Park, winning four consecutive games against the Detroit Tigers.
Manager Stephen Vogt couldn’t speak enough about the job the team did, not just on Thursday, but during the series as well. They really showed who they are and the identity this team plays with.
“Anytime you win four-game series, it's tough,” explained Cleveland’s skipper.
“It's tough to win a four-game series, let alone sweep it, and it's really proud of the way our guys kept their focus, kept going. We’re in the middle of 13 [games] in a row, and after, a couple of emotional wins back to back, it could be easy to show up today on your heels, but our guys came out, ready to rock.”
A lot of credit for Cleveland winning all four games against the Tigers must go to Joey Cantillo, who as Vogt described of his team, came out ready to rock in the series finale.
Cleveland’s starting pitcher didn’t go deep into the game, but he did his job, limiting damage and getting outs. Cantillo threw 5.2 scoreless innings of work, gave up just three hits, walked three batters, but also struck out six.
“Joey was fantastic,” said Vogt. “They made them work in the first [inning]. So it's for him to get through 5 and 2-thirds after that first inning.”
May 21, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) take the ball to relieve pitcher Shawn Armstrong (43) in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
As for the Tigers, their starter was even better on the mound. Casey Mize has Cleveland’s lineup guessing for a majority of the game, but a two-run third inning in which the Guardians strung together hits ended up being the difference maker in the end.
“That’s how you gotta do it. You got to string hits together,” said Vogt. “Mize was really good today; landing his two fast balls, the split, um, the back door slider. Really good. And so for us to scratch two across all off him, was huge.”
This series victory by the Guardians was certain;y one they can look back and be proud of, and Vogt made that clear.
After these four wins, Cleveland has extended their lead in the division by 3.5 games, while the Tigers sit in the bottom of the American League Central, trailing the Guardians by 9.5 games.
However, nothing gets easier for Cleveland. The Guardians now travel out to the City of Brotherly Love, where they’ll take on the Philadelphia Phillies, who have been one of baseball’s hottest teams over the last month.
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That said, that’s exactly what the Cleveland Guardians accomplish this week, traveling to the state of North to Comerica Park, winning four consecutive games against the Detroit Tigers.
Manager Stephen Vogt couldn’t speak enough about the job the team did, not just on Thursday, but during the series as well. They really showed who they are and the identity this team plays with.
“Anytime you win four-game series, it's tough,” explained Cleveland’s skipper.
“It's tough to win a four-game series, let alone sweep it, and it's really proud of the way our guys kept their focus, kept going. We’re in the middle of 13 [games] in a row, and after, a couple of emotional wins back to back, it could be easy to show up today on your heels, but our guys came out, ready to rock.”
A lot of credit for Cleveland winning all four games against the Tigers must go to Joey Cantillo, who as Vogt described of his team, came out ready to rock in the series finale.
Cleveland’s starting pitcher didn’t go deep into the game, but he did his job, limiting damage and getting outs. Cantillo threw 5.2 scoreless innings of work, gave up just three hits, walked three batters, but also struck out six.
“Joey was fantastic,” said Vogt. “They made them work in the first [inning]. So it's for him to get through 5 and 2-thirds after that first inning.”
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May 21, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) take the ball to relieve pitcher Shawn Armstrong (43) in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
As for the Tigers, their starter was even better on the mound. Casey Mize has Cleveland’s lineup guessing for a majority of the game, but a two-run third inning in which the Guardians strung together hits ended up being the difference maker in the end.
“That’s how you gotta do it. You got to string hits together,” said Vogt. “Mize was really good today; landing his two fast balls, the split, um, the back door slider. Really good. And so for us to scratch two across all off him, was huge.”
This series victory by the Guardians was certain;y one they can look back and be proud of, and Vogt made that clear.
After these four wins, Cleveland has extended their lead in the division by 3.5 games, while the Tigers sit in the bottom of the American League Central, trailing the Guardians by 9.5 games.
However, nothing gets easier for Cleveland. The Guardians now travel out to the City of Brotherly Love, where they’ll take on the Philadelphia Phillies, who have been one of baseball’s hottest teams over the last month.
Guardians Roundtable also offers a fan community and message board. We’d love to have you join us to talk all things Guardians. Click the “Join” button at the top of the page to join our community for free.
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