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The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4–2 on April 16 at Progressive Field, with the home team's pitching staff holding Baltimore to just four hits while striking out nine batters. Cleveland's offense generated eight hits and one home run to drive in four runs, though the Guardians managed only a .231 batting average and .698 OPS, indicating offensive inefficiency despite the victory. The Orioles' pitching was marginally sharper on the ERA front at 3.90 compared to Cleveland's 3.95, but Baltimore's defense allowed eight hits and four earned runs while their hitters produced a meager four hits with no home runs. Both teams struck out nine times each, but Cleveland's pitching discipline—allowing just two walks versus Baltimore's four—proved decisive in the low-scoring contest. The Guardians' error-free defense complemented their pitching advantage, while the Orioles' offensive struggles at .240 batting average and .710 OPS left them unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities. This defensive battle suggests Cleveland's pitching depth may be a strength to monitor as the season progresses.