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The Cleveland Guardians defeated the New York Yankees 5–4 at Yankee Stadium on June 3, 2026, in a low-hit affair that showcased Cleveland's offensive edge despite modest overall numbers. The Guardians out-hit the Yankees 9–5 and capitalized on three home runs to drive in five runs, while limiting New York to just five hits and four earned runs. Yankees pitching struck out seven batters but surrendered five earned runs across the outing, posting a 3.31 ERA. Cleveland's pitching dominated with 10 strikeouts against just five hits allowed, though the Guardians' lineup struck out seven times and posted a .699 OPS compared to New York's .765. The Yankees' power—two home runs—proved insufficient to overcome Cleveland's three-homer barrage, underscoring a trend of home-run dependency in an otherwise sluggish offensive environment for both teams. With neither team generating significant walks (one each), the game turned on quality contact and timely hitting. The Guardians' pitching efficiency and extra-base power will be critical factors as Cleveland looks to maintain momentum in the series.