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

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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