The Cleveland Guardians have maintained perfect September baseball through five games, with their catching duo leading a dominant pitching performance.
Austin Hedges has caught every inning during this stretch, expertly managing a staff that has overwhelmed opposing hitters.
Bo Naylor has provided offensive spark while splitting duties behind the plate, creating a well-rounded tandem that has elevated Cleveland’s play.
“Cleveland Guardians pitchers combined line in CA Austin Hedges’ past 5 GS (caught every inning): 45 IP, 28 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 8 BB, 42 K. Hits allowed: 5 doubles, 2 solo homers. Cle, 5-0. Notable: Bo is an outstanding sequencer, too. Oh, by the way: Hedges/Bo OPS in Sept is north of .800!” analyst Dennis Manoloff noted on X.
.@CleGuardians pitchers combined line in CA Austin Hedges’ past 5 GS (caught every inning):
45 IP, 28 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 8 BB, 42 K
Hits allowed: 5 doubles, 2 solo homers
Cle, 5-0
Notable: Bo is an outstanding sequencer, too.
Oh, by the way: Hedges/Bo OPS in Sept is north of .800!— Dennis Manoloff (@dmansworld474) September 18, 2025
The numbers tell the story of Cleveland’s recent dominance on the mound.
Hedges has guided pitchers to exceptional results, allowing just three earned runs across 45 innings while striking out 42 batters.
The Guardians have surrendered only five doubles and two solo home runs during this perfect streak, showcasing the defensive precision that has become their calling card.
Hedges continues demonstrating the defensive expertise that made him a valued acquisition.
His pitch-calling instills confidence in Cleveland’s arms while influencing game situations with calm precision.
Naylor has contributed offensively with an OPS above .800 this month, complementing his solid pitch sequencing skills behind the plate.
This catching combination has become a major factor in Cleveland’s late-season surge up the American League standings.
As divisional matchups approach, maintaining this chemistry between pitchers and catchers will prove critical for the Guardians’ October aspirations.
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