Guardians' Austin Hedges Proposes to Lexi Dickinson After Cleveland Win

The catcher popped the question on the field with help from the scoreboard.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:28pm

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A cubist-style painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and planes that abstractly represent a baseball player proposing to his partner on a baseball field, conveying the emotion and energy of the special occasion.A cubist depiction of a baseball player's romantic proposal on the field, capturing the joy and excitement of the moment.Cleveland Today

Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges proposed to his girlfriend Lexi Dickinson on the field after the team's 8-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Hedges had been planning the proposal for a couple of weeks and wanted to do it after a Guardians win to make the moment extra special.

Why it matters

Hedges' proposal on the field after the game is a heartwarming moment that showcases the personal lives of professional athletes. It also highlights the growing trend of players sharing special life events with fans at the ballpark.

The details

Hedges, who has been dating Dickinson since November 2024, said he had the engagement ring since early spring training and was waiting for the right moment. He admitted to being nervous but wanted to propose after a Guardians win to make it "extra special." Dickinson, an aesthetic nurse practitioner and sports-style influencer, said yes to Hedges' proposal.

  • Hedges and Dickinson started dating in November 2024.
  • Hedges had the engagement ring since early spring training 2026.
  • Hedges proposed to Dickinson on the field after the Guardians' 8-4 win over the Orioles on April 19, 2026.

The players

Austin Hedges

A veteran catcher for the Cleveland Guardians who is having his best hitting season in a long time.

Lexi Dickinson

Hedges' girlfriend, an aesthetic nurse practitioner and sports-style influencer who shares wellness and fashion content.

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What they’re saying

“I figured out this is what I was going to do only a couple weeks ago. But I've had the ring since early spring training, just trying to figure out when the right time was.”

— Austin Hedges, Guardians Catcher

“I was really hoping we won the game. I was going to do it regardless, but I really wanted to win that game to make it extra special.”

— Austin Hedges, Guardians Catcher

“There were a lot of nerves, a lot of nerves. I'm always nervous for baseball games... and just trying to stay present, knowing that there were some activities after. But it's a special day. Special to be able to soak it all in.”

— Austin Hedges, Guardians Catcher

What’s next

The Guardians and their fans will likely celebrate Hedges and Dickinson's engagement during upcoming home games.

The takeaway

Hedges' proposal to Dickinson on the field after a Guardians win is a heartwarming moment that showcases the personal lives of professional athletes. It highlights the growing trend of players sharing special life events with fans at the ballpark, creating memorable experiences for all.