CLEVELAND — The 1-0 changeup that Slade Cecconi threw to Michael Harris II in the fifth inning on Saturday hung out over the center of the plate. Harris jumped at the offering and sent it a long way to right field.

Harris’ three-run homer was one of several big swings off Cecconi, who struggled for a second consecutive start during the Guardians’ 10-1 loss to the Braves at Progressive Field. The loss snapped a streak of five series wins for Cleveland.

Cecconi was charged with eight runs (six earned) on 10 hits and two walks in 4 2/3 innings. It marked the most runs and hits he has allowed over his 16 starts this season.

“It was a struggle for Slade tonight,” manager Stephen Vogt said.

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