Ramírez, a six-time Gold Glove Award finalist in his career, showcased his defense in the third inning by throwing out Melton on a slow infield chopper and later turning a double play by stepping on third base and firing across the diamond to nab Altuve.

The Guardians' offense has been struggling, and facing Cy Young candidate Hunter Brown won't make things any easier in Saturday's matchup.

Brandon Walter gets the second start of his Astros' career as Houston goes for a sweep in Cleveland against the Guardians, who will start Tanner Bibee (4-6, 3.89). How to watch, listen When: 12:40 p.m.