Guardians make key decisions for ALDS playoff roster ahead of Game 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:09 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

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The Guardians have secured the No. 2 seed in the American League after winning the Central Division. They will face the winner of the Houston Astros-Chicago White Sox matchup in the ALDS, which begins on October 3 at Progressive Field. Discussions are ongoing about the final 26-man playoff roster, particularly regarding the catchers and whether to include up-and-coming talent like Ralphy Velazquez. Starters Parker Messick and Gavin Williams are likely to pitch in the first two games, with Tanner Bibee and Joey Cantillo also in the mix for Game 3. The Guardians are finalizing their roster configuration before the first game of the series.

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  • •Guardians won the American League Central Division for the third consecutive year.
  • •They will face either the Astros or White Sox in the ALDS.
  • •Game 1 is scheduled for October 3 at Progressive Field.
  • •Roster decisions include key positions and potential inclusion of Ralphy Velazquez.
  • •Parker Messick and Gavin Williams likely to start the first two playoff games.
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  • 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — Who's in, who's out? Projecting Guardians ALDS playoff roster
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The Guardians have a number of decisions to make regarding who they'll carry on their playoff roster for the ALDS. Here's our breakdown.

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