Cleveland Guardians set for ALDS start on October 3
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Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians will begin their playoff journey in the 2026 MLB postseason on October 3, as they advance directly to the American League Division Series (ALDS) after winning the AL Central. The Guardians secured a bye as the No. 2 seed with an 85-77 record, finishing one game ahead of the Chicago White Sox. They will face the winner of the Wild Card Series between the Chicago White Sox and the Houston Astros. The ALDS schedule includes Game 2 on October 5, Game 3 on October 7, and potential Games 4 and 5 if necessary on October 8 and October 10, respectively.
- •Cleveland Guardians finished 85-77, winning the AL Central.
- •Guardians advance to the ALDS, bypassing the wild card round.
- •Game 1 of the ALDS is scheduled for October 3.
- •Guardians will play the winner of the White Sox vs. Astros series.
- •All ALDS games will be broadcast on TBS and HBO Max.
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"The Cleveland Guardians earned a bye and start their playoff run in the American League Division Series. Here's what to know:
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