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Guardians-Rays ALCS Game 1 FAQ (Mon., 8 ET, TBS/HBO Max)

The Tampa Bay Rays haven’t won a World Series since they came into existence in 1998. That might sound like a long time, and it is … until you remember that the Cleveland Guardians haven’t won it all since 1948…

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Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 7:17 AM

Key Things to Know

The Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays face off in Game 1 of the ALCS on Monday.
Tampa Bay swept the New York Yankees in the ALDS, while Cleveland defeated the Chicago White Sox in five games.
Drew Rasmussen is the expected Game 1 starting pitcher for the Rays, while Cleveland's starter remains unannounced.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays will begin the best-of-seven American League Championship Series on Monday night at Tropicana Field. The top-seeded Rays advanced to the ALCS after sweeping the New York Yankees in the ALDS, while the Guardians rallied from a 2-0 deficit to eliminate the Chicago White Sox in five games.

Drew Rasmussen is expected to start Game 1 for Tampa Bay on extra rest following an eight-inning near-no-hitter against New York. Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt has yet to announce an official Game 1 starter, with Tanner Bibee, Joey Cantillo, Daniel Espino, and Foster Griffin serving as potential options.

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Guardians-Rays ALCS Game 1 FAQ (Mon., 8 ET, TBS/HBO Max)

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