Guardians Sweep Doubleheader Against Tigers; White Sox Infielders Hit 30 Homers

The Cleveland Guardians completed a doubleheader sweep against the Detroit Tigers on September 4, 2026, with Brayan Rocchio playing a pivotal role in both games. After the Tigers took an early 6-1 lead in the first game, Rocchio hit a grand slam to tie the game and later secured the victory with a walk-off homer in the ninth inning.

In the second game, the Tigers held a lead until Travis Bazzana hit a game-tying homer in the eighth inning. Bazzana then assisted Rocchio in scoring during the 10th inning, ensuring the Guardians' win. This victory places Cleveland one game ahead of Toronto for the final AL Wild Card spot.

In a separate matchup, the Chicago White Sox celebrated a milestone as both Miguel Vargas and Colson Montgomery reached 30 home runs this season. Vargas hit his 30th in the first inning, followed by Montgomery in the fourth. The White Sox lead the American League in scoring and rank third in home runs.

Additionally, San Diego Padres catcher Luis Campusano had an impressive game, recording three caught stealings and hitting a walk-off homer against the Oakland Athletics.