Cleveland Guardians rookie Travis Bazzana started in the leadoff spot for the first time on Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies.
The 23-year-old, selected first overall in the 2024 draft, entered the game with a .273/.391/.364 slash line over 22 contests since his promotion from Triple-A Columbus. He had drawn 13 walks in 92 plate appearances, driven in nine runs, hit two home runs including his first on May 8, and stolen seven bases.