Guardians’ David Fry Hits Two-Run Walk-Off Homer to Cut Series Deficit
Game 3 Highlights
Cleveland guarded its home field during Game 3 of the ALCS Thursday thanks to a moment from David Fry. The Guardians’ utility player hit a two-run walk-off homer in the bottom of the 10th inning to seal the 7-5 win over the New York Yankees and cut the series deficit to 2-1.
The Hero of the Game
Fry, the 28-year-old who made his MLB debut in 2023, is making his postseason debut with the Guardians. He earned a spot in the 2024 All-Star Game, batting .263 with a .356 OBP and .804 OPS. He hit 14 homers during the regular season and recorded 51 RBIs.
Comeback Fashion
The two-run winner came after the Yankees turned things around in the top of the eighth inning behind back-to-back homers from Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge. But the Guardians, who trailed 5-3 at that point, stayed alive in the bottom of the ninth thanks to Jhonkensky Noel’s pinch-hit two-run homer.
What’s Next
Cleveland will look to tie the series at 2-2 Friday when it hosts Game 4 at 8:08 p.m. ET, 5:08 p.m. PT.
Conclusion
David Fry’s two-run walk-off homer has given the Guardians new life in the series. As they head into Game 4, they will look to build on this momentum and even the series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is David Fry?
A: David Fry is a utility player for the Cleveland Guardians who made his MLB debut in 2023.
Q: What was the outcome of Game 3 of the ALCS?
A: The Guardians won 7-5 in a walk-off fashion, with David Fry hitting a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning.
Q: Who hit back-to-back homers for the Yankees in the top of the eighth inning?
A: Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge hit back-to-back homers for the Yankees in the top of the eighth inning.
