Guardians fall to Rays 7-3 in ALCS Game 4, series tied 2-2
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians lost 7-3 to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 4 of the ALCS on October 17 at Progressive Field. The series is now tied at 2-2. Key moments included a three-run seventh inning for the Rays and a crucial error by Guardians' outfielder Chase DeLauter. The Guardians managed to score two runs in the seventh but could not overcome the deficit. Yandy Díaz hit a two-run homer in the ninth, solidifying the Rays' lead. Game 5 is scheduled for 5:08 p.m. on October 18 in Cleveland.
- •Game 4 played on October 17 at Progressive Field.
- •Guardians and Rays series now tied 2-2.
- •Crucial error by Chase DeLauter allowed Rays to score unearned run.
- •Guardians scored two runs in the seventh inning.
- •Yandy Díaz's two-run homer in the ninth provided insurance for the Rays.
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