Rays and Guardians tied in ALCS as Game Five approaches

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Rays and Guardians tied in ALCS as Game Five approaches
Summary

The Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians are even in the American League Championship Series, with the series now tied at 2-2. Game Five is set to take place today in Cleveland. The Rays tied the series thanks to strong performances from Nick Martinez and key offensive players, including Yandy Díaz, who hit a two-run home run in Game Four. The Guardians will face off against Rays ace Drew Rasmussen, who had a solid outing in the series opener, allowing just two runs over nearly seven innings. The winner will advance to face the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series.

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  • •Rays tied the ALCS 2-2 after winning Game Four.
  • •Yandy Díaz hit a crucial two-run home run for Tampa Bay.
  • •Drew Rasmussen returns as the starting pitcher for the Rays.
  • •Cleveland's Parker Messick previously faced the Rays in the series.
  • •The winner will advance to face the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series.
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