Wednesday’s series finale against the New York Yankees was a rather forgettable game for the Cleveland Guardians.
They lost 5-1, starter Luis L. Ortiz walked five and gave up four early runs, and the offense was completely shut down by Carlos Rodon and the Yankees bullpen.
There were some silver linings, though.
It was a rare bad game for Cleveland, but at least two young players were able to make their MLB debuts.
“With Zak Kent entering the game, Cleveland has two players making their major league debut in the same game today (Will Wilson) for the first time since 2017,” Al Pawlowski posted on X.
With Zak Kent entering the game, Cleveland has two players making their major league debut in the same game today (Will Wilson) for the first time since 2017.
— Al Pawlowski (@AlPawlowski) April 23, 2025
Wilson, who landed in Cleveland as a Rule 5 selection this past offseason (minor league phase), was tearing up Triple-A and got the call this week.
He started at third base, with Jose Ramirez occupying the designated hitter slot and Kyle Manzardo getting the day off against the lefty Rodón.
Wilson went 1-for-4 with a ninth-inning single against Luke Weaver, hitting the ball hard and getting an ovation from the fans.
If given the chance, Wilson is capable of inflicting lots of damage as a super-utility infielder.
He is capable of playing second base, shortstop, and third base and could potentially find some time if manager Stephen Vogt decides to rotate a bit.
As for Kent, he also found his way to the roster this week and impressed in a three-inning relief appearance.
The right struck out four and walked two, allowing three hits and a single run.
He will have to perform to keep his spot on the Guardians’ elite bullpen, though.
For now, both players get to go home with a smile on their faces.
They didn’t win, but they can say they are major leaguers now.
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