David Fry returns to Cleveland Guardians (6/2/25) after their 4-2 win vs Angels! Gavin Williams' gem & José Ramírez's HR secured series. Get full details!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Big news coming out of Cleveland today, Guardians fans! First baseman David Fry is officially back, reinstated from the 60-day IL on this Monday, June 2nd. This move adds a much-needed bat back to the lineup, and it comes on the heels of a fantastic 4-2 series-clinching win against the Angels yesterday. Talk about starting the week off right!
Gavin Williams was simply unhittable, allowing just one hit over 6 2/3 masterful innings.
Before we dive into today's roster news, let's quickly recap yesterday's fantastic performance. The Guardians downed the Los Angeles Angels 4-2, securing a crucial series win. José Ramírez, ever the clutch performer, launched a home run during a pivotal three-run inning that really set the tone. But the star of the show was undoubtedly Gavin Williams. The young hurler was absolutely electric, spinning 6 2/3 innings of one-hit baseball. He kept the Angels hitters guessing all afternoon. The bullpen then did its job, with Emmanuel Clase coolly shutting the door for the save. It was a complete team effort that keeps the Guardians in a strong position in the AL Central.
Now, for the big news on this Monday, June 2nd: David Fry is back! The first baseman has been officially reinstated from the 60-day injured list after working his way back from right elbow surgery. Fry's bat was a pleasant surprise and a solid contributor before he went down, so his return is a welcome boost to the offensive depth. To make room for Fry on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Cody Bolton has been designated for assignment. It's always a tough part of the business seeing a player go, and we wish Cody all the best moving forward.
So, what does Fry's return mean for the Tribe? It provides manager Stephen Vogt with more lineup flexibility and another potent bat, particularly against left-handed pitching, and depth at first base. His presence could be a real spark as the season progresses. Coming off a strong series win, highlighted by dominant pitching and timely hitting, the Guardians are building some serious momentum. Adding a healthy Fry to this mix only strengthens their outlook as they continue to battle in a tough AL Central. These are the kinds of developments that get you excited for the summer grind!
With Fry back in the fold and the team riding high after a series win, it's an exciting time to be a Guardians fan. Let's see how this momentum carries into the upcoming games. Go Guards!
