Cleveland Guardians struggle with clutch hits in ALCS Game 1 against Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 3:30 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians face the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS on October 12, 2026. The Guardians trail 2-0 after four innings, struggling to capitalize on scoring opportunities despite six hits. Foster Griffin, pitching for Cleveland, settled down after a tough first inning but the Guardians are 0-5 with runners in scoring position. The game continues with both teams seeking key hits to change momentum.
- •The game is ongoing with the Guardians trailing 2-0 in the 5th inning.
- •Cleveland records six hits but fails to convert chances with runners in scoring position.
- •Foster Griffin settles down after a rough first inning for the Guardians.
- •Tampa Bay scores two runs in the first inning, both on singles.
- 3:30 AMYahoo Sports — Clutch Guardians Come from Behind to Take ALCS Game 1
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