Rays Beat Guardians 3-1 to Take 3-2 ALCS Lead
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 of the AL Championship Series, thanks to a strong pitching performance from Drew Rasmussen. This win gives the Rays a 3-2 series lead.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 18, 2026 —
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, moving ahead 3-2 in the series. Drew Rasmussen delivered a strong pitching performance for Tampa Bay, according to the available account of the game.
The result gives the Rays the advantage in the series after five games. Cleveland now trails 3-2. The summary does not provide details about the scoring plays, Rasmussen’s statistics, the other pitchers used, or individual performances by players on either team.
Game 5’s final score was 3-1. No date or venue was included in the information provided, and no details were given about when the next game is scheduled. The available account also does not specify how either team scored its runs or describe key moments during the contest.
The series lead is the central consequence of the victory: Tampa Bay is now ahead by one game in the AL Championship Series. The account identifies Rasmussen’s pitching as a major factor in the win, but offers no further description of his outing. It also does not include comments from players, coaches or team officials.
With the series at 3-2, the Rays hold the lead while the Guardians trail. Further game details, including the next matchup’s timing and the pitching plans for either club, were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JOE REEDY, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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