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Rays lead ALCS 3-2 after Game 5 victory over Guardians

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 12:04 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Rays lead ALCS 3-2 after Game 5 victory over Guardians

Summary

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS) on Sunday, taking a 3-2 series lead. The Rays' pitching staff limited the Guardians to just one run, setting up a crucial Game 6 in Tampa Bay on Monday evening. This victory positions the Rays one win away from the World Series, facing the Milwaukee Brewers pending their success in the next game. Tickets for Game 6 are still available as the series shifts back to Tropicana Field.

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By the Numbers

•Rays lead ALCS 3-2 after Game 5 win.
•Rays allowed only one run in Game 5.
•Game 6 is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. ET.
•Rays could face Brewers in the World Series.
•Tickets for Game 6 are available, starting at $148.

Latest Updates

12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Rays one win away from World Series, shop Game 6 ALCS tickets for Monday in Tampa Bay

What they're saying

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The Tampa Bay Rays won Game 5 on Sunday, taking a 3-2 lead in the ALCS. Game 6 is scheduled for Monday night, shop last-minute tickets now.
— Yahoo Sports

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