Guardians Fall to Yankees in Game 2

The Cleveland Guardians face a challenging situation in the American League Championship Series after losing Game 2 to the New York Yankees, putting them at a 0-2 deficit. The Guardians struggled with defensive errors and a lack of offensive production, managing only two runs against Yankees' ace Gerrit Cole, who was chased in the fifth inning despite allowing multiple hits. MLB analyst Anthony Castrovince expressed concerns about the team's miscues, noting that the moment seems too big for them, especially with two errors contributing to their early deficit. Historically, teams that take a 2-0 lead in postseason series have won 84% of the time, raising the stakes for the Guardians as they return home for three games at Progressive Field. José Ramírez's late homer provided a glimmer of hope, but it remains uncertain if the Guardians can rally to overcome their current struggles and turn the series around. Manager Stephen Vogt and the team must address their recent performance if they hope to avoid a sweep and maintain their postseason aspirations.