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CLEVELAND — Jhonkensy Noel hit a solo homer in the sixth inning, providing the go-ahead run for the Cleveland Guardians in a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Noel's drive onto the left field porch was his ninth home run in 32 games since making his major league debut on June 26. The Guardians took sole possession of the best record in baseball at 71-49 with their fourth straight victory. Pedro Avila retired two batters for the win, while Emmanuel Clase earned his fourth save in four days to tie St. Louis' Ryan Helsley for the major league lead with 37. Guardians starter Matthew Boyd pitched 5 1/3 innings and allowed one run in his first MLB game since June 26, 2023.
