Sun Mar 30 20:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Guardians Rally to Defeat Royals in Opening Day Thriller

**Kansas City, MO** – The Cleveland Guardians edged out the Kansas City Royals in a thrilling 7-4 victory on Thursday, opening day of the MLB season. Kyle Manzardo was the star of the show, tying a franchise record with four RBIs, including a game-tying, two-run double in the 10th inning. Manzardo’s performance also cemented his place in baseball history; he became only the third player ever to record a double, triple, and home run on opening day.

The Royals initially took the lead in the third inning with a three-run homer by Vinnie Pasquantino. Cleveland answered back with runs in the fourth and fifth innings, fueled by Manzardo’s triple and subsequent sacrifice fly, and another sacrifice fly. Manzardo then blasted a solo homer in the sixth, giving the Guardians a 4-3 advantage.

However, the Royals tied the game in the bottom of the ninth on a sacrifice fly by Michael Massey, sending the game into extra innings. In the 10th, Steven Kwan’s leadoff double set the stage for Manzardo’s clutch performance, driving in two runners to secure the victory for Cleveland. Emmanuel Clase earned the win, while Paul Sewald notched the save.

The Guardians’ victory marks a strong start to the season, with Manzardo’s impressive performance stealing the spotlight. The series continues Saturday with Gavin Williams pitching for Cleveland against Kansas City’s Seth Lugo.

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