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April 7, 2023

CLEVELAND (WJW) – Today’s the day! Fans will fill the stands at Progressive Field as the Cleveland Guardians take on Seattle in their home opener.

After a 6-4 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday, the AL Central champs are holding a 5-2 record for the 2023 season.

The celebration will begin with the Guardians Block Party at Gateway Plaza from 1:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For the Guardians’ Block Party and other opening day festivities, click here.

The Guardians will face off against the Mariners at 4 p.m. If you are heading to the game you can find a detailed look at the weather forecast, traffic, and what’s new at the field this season, here.

Live blog of Cleveland Guardians home opener events:

12 p.m. Fox 8 Sports Reporter John Sabol speaks with Guardians relief pitcher Trevor Stephan about how it feels to be back home for the home opener.

7:20 a.m. The fun has already begun at Progressive Field. The mascots are ready!

Today’s the Day! Cleveland Guardians home opener
Today’s the Day! Cleveland Guardians home opener
Today’s the Day! Cleveland Guardians home opener
Today’s the Day! Cleveland Guardians home opener

6 a.m. SkyFOX gave a bird’s-eye view of Progressive Field.

Friday morning: Opening Day is sold out, including standing-room-only tickets.