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SnakePit Post-season GDT, #16

So, the American League Championship Series is now effectively a wild-card, best of three – albeit with the lower seed getting to play the first game at home. The Rays have recaptured home advantage, but will be keen to go…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 9:00 PM
SnakePit Post-season GDT, #16
Key Things to Know
  • The ALCS between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians is tied 2-2 heading into Game 5.
  • Jim McLennan notes the series has effectively become a best-of-three contest with alternating winners so far.
  • Cleveland has outhit Tampa Bay in OPS, but struggles with runners in scoring position have limited runs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians enters Game 5 tied at 2-2. Jim McLennan previews the contest, noting the matchup has turned into a best-of-three series following alternating victories across the first four games.

McLennan highlights that despite Cleveland outhitting Tampa Bay by 88 points of OPS, the Guardians managed only three hits with runners in scoring position across Games 2 through 4. Due to a previous rainout, both teams face consecutive games without a rest day.

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