Cleveland Guardians advance to ALCS after Game 5 victory

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Cleveland Guardians advance to ALCS after Game 5 victory
Summary

The Cleveland Guardians secured their place in the American League Championship Series after a compelling Game 5 against the Chicago White Sox on October 10, 2026, at Progressive Field. Gavin Williams delivered a stellar pitching performance, building on his strong showing from Game 4. José Ramírez's two-run home run contributed to the offensive effort, marking a noteworthy playoff series for him. The Guardians relied on solid pitching throughout the game, with key performances from Erik Sabrowski and Hunter Gaddis. The team now shifts focus to face the Tampa Bay Rays in the upcoming series.

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  • •Cleveland Guardians defeat Chicago White Sox in Game 5 of ALDS.
  • •Gavin Williams had a standout performance on the mound.
  • •José Ramírez hit a crucial two-run home run.
  • •Guardians will face the Tampa Bay Rays next.
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  • 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — WE ARE GOING TO THE ALCS!!!
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LETS GOOOOOOOOOO!!! YOUR CLEVELAND GUARDIANS ARE GOING TO THE ALCS!!! WHAT A GAME!!! WHAT A SERIES!!! Where do we start? That was one of the most enjoyable games I’ve ever watched. Gavin Williams, after closing Game 4 out less than 48 hours ago, had maybe the best start of his career in the most important […]

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