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Rays pull ahead of Guardians in ALCS with 3-1 Game 5 victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 12:38 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Rays pull ahead of Guardians in ALCS with 3-1 Game 5 victory

Summary

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 of the ALCS on October 18, 2026, in Cleveland. Tampa Bay's Drew Rasmussen delivered a strong performance, pitching seven innings with only one run allowed. The Rays took an early lead, scoring three runs in the first three innings. Despite a tense seventh inning, Rasmussen's strategy adjustments helped him escape potential trouble. The victory ties the series at two games apiece, with both teams set to return to St. Petersburg for Game 6 on Monday.

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By the Numbers

•Tampa Bay scored three runs in the first three innings.
•Drew Rasmussen pitched seven innings, allowing one run.
•Game 5 leveled the ALCS at two games each.
•The Rays return home for Game 6 on October 19.
•Strong defense supported Rasmussen's pitching efforts.

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What they're saying

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The entire weekend has been an emotional rollercoaster for the team as well as the fanbase. Tampa Bay went into Friday down two games to one after Cleveland’s pitchers neutralized the big three bats. The miserable weather matched the emotions of many fans, but the sun came out figurately as well as literally on Saturday […]
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