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.

David Fry hit his first home run of the season, but the Guardians ultimately fell to the Astros Friday night at Progressive Field.