Cleveland Guardians Unable to Score

Cleveland Guardians are facing a challenging period under rookie manager Stephen Vogt, having lost 10 of their last 15 games. The team has notably struggled offensively, failing to score a run in their last 14 innings and managing just one run in their last 19. This downturn comes after a brief moment of optimism, as the Guardians had recently enjoyed a five-game winning streak against strong opponents, the Minnesota Twins and the Chicago Cubs, which had extended their lead in the Central Division to 4.5 games. The weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers proved to be a nightmare for the Guardians, as they were swept in all three games. The team's offensive woes were starkly highlighted, with Cleveland scoring runs in only two of the 27 innings played throughout the series. Vogt expressed his frustration, noting that the Brewers' pitchers effectively shut down the Guardians' offense, holding them to a dismal .139 batting average. In a particularly telling moment during Sunday’s 2-0 loss, Vogt opted to bring in All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase to pitch in the eighth inning, a decision that underscored the severity of the situation. The Guardians' struggles were further compounded by the performance of newly acquired player Thomas, who has struggled significantly since joining the team, with a batting line of .113/.217/.151 and a high strikeout rate. As the Guardians look to rebound from this tough stretch, the pressure is mounting on Vogt and the team to find a way to reignite their offense and regain their winning form.