CLEVELAND — Despite Opening Day for the Cleveland Guardians still being a few months away, fans had an opportunity on Saturday to get an early taste of baseball.
"Guards Fest" took place on Saturday at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland with a large sampling of players, coaches, front office members and more on hand.
The annual event featured player panels on the main stage, autographs, photo opportunities and interactive games..
Check out some of the sights from Guards Fest below:
Guards Fest 2024
On Saturday morning, 3News' Austin Love was challenged to a home run derby at Guards Fest. See how he did below:
Among those attending "Guards Fest" will be the new Cleveland Guardians Manager, Stephen Vogt, as well as 35 players, including José Ramírez, Steven Kwan and Andrés Giménez.
In addition to purchasing a general admission ticket, fans can add on photo and autograph opportunities.
Player photo opportunities:
- José Ramírez - SOLD OUT
- 9:15-10 a.m.
- Steven Kwan and Andrés Giménez (Gold Glove Photo)
- Slider & The Dogs with Hot Dog Derby Championship Belt
- 10:15-11:15 a.m.
- Josh Naylor - SOLD OUT
- 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Triston McKenzie
- Andrés Giménez (Platinum Glove Photo)
- 1:45-2:45 p.m.
- Steven Kwan and Andrés Giménez (Gold Glove Photo) - SOLD OUT
- 3-4 p.m.
- Josh and Bo Nayor - SOLD OUT
- 4:15-5:15 p.m.
- Slider & The Dogs with Hot Dog Derby Championship Belt
- 5:30-6:30 p.m.
