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The Guardians dominated the Reds 6-1 in their series opener from Progressive Field.
Lane Thomas crushed a two-run homer and Kyle Manzardo slugged a solo shot in the first inning.
Tanner Bibee won after giving up the lone run on four hits over seven innings.
Cleveland already clinched the AL Central at 91-and-67.
The two-game set wraps up tonight.