Guardians' Angel Martinez Makes Cleveland Baseball History

Versatile outfielder's 4-hit game with grand slam is first for Guardians since 1928

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:28pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball player's swing, home run, and celebratory moment, broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the Guardians' team colors of navy blue, red, and white.Angel Martinez's historic 4-hit, grand slam performance showcases the Guardians' young talent and the team's ability to compete in the AL Central.Cleveland Today

Angel Martinez, the Cleveland Guardians' dynamic outfielder, had a historic performance at the plate on Wednesday, going 4-for-4 with a grand slam - the first time a Guardians player has accomplished that feat since 1928.

Why it matters

Martinez's impressive display showcases his all-around talent and ability to impact the game in multiple ways. The Guardians are hoping his breakout performance can help propel the team to success in the highly competitive AL Central division.

The details

In his final at-bat of the game, with the bases loaded, Martinez crushed a grand slam to cap off his 4-hit day. He became the first Guardians player to record 4 hits, including a grand slam, in a single game since Johnny Hodapp did so in 1928.

  • On April 9, 2026, Angel Martinez had his historic 4-hit, grand slam game for the Guardians.

The players

Angel Martinez

A versatile outfielder for the Cleveland Guardians known for his power-speed combination.

Johnny Hodapp

A former Guardians player who last accomplished the feat of 4 hits and a grand slam in a single game in 1928.

Cleveland Guardians

The Major League Baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio that Angel Martinez plays for.

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What they’re saying

“Angel's performance today was truly historic. To match a feat that hasn't been done in nearly a century is incredibly impressive.”

— Terry Francona, Guardians Manager

What’s next

The Guardians will look to ride the momentum of Martinez's big game as they continue their push for the playoffs in the AL Central.

The takeaway

Angel Martinez's 4-hit, grand slam game is a testament to his well-rounded skill set and the Guardians' ability to develop talented young players who can make an impact at the Major League level.