Guardians beat Rays in Game 3 after start time shift
The Cleveland Guardians won Game 3 of the ALCS against the Tampa Bay Rays after the game was moved to 1 p.m. to avoid weather, advancing the series to 2-1.
Key points
- Guardians moved Game 3 to 1 p.m. because of a forecast of inclement weather.
- Both teams entered the game tied 1‑1 in the series.
- Gavin Williams started for Cleveland, Griffin Jax made his first postseason start for Tampa Bay.
- Petey Halpin hit a two‑run homer that gave Cleveland the lead and the win.
- The victory moved the Guardians ahead 2‑1 in the ALCS.
Game 3 moved to afternoon amid Cleveland weather concerns
On Oct. 15, the Cleveland Guardians hosted the Tampa Bay Rays at Progressive Field for Game 3 of the American League Championship Series. The original 6 p.m. start was changed to 1 p.m. after the Guardians announced a weather forecast that could bring inclement conditions.
Both clubs entered the game with the series tied 1-1. The Guardians started right‑hander Gavin Williams, while the Rays gave the ball to right‑hander Griffin Jax, who was making his first career postseason start.
Petey Halpin provided the decisive offensive spark with a two‑run home run that gave Cleveland the lead. The Guardians held on to secure the victory, advancing with a win in Game 3.
Broadcast coverage was available on TBS and TruTV, with streaming options on Fubo and HBO Max.
Your questions, answered
Why was Game 3 moved to an earlier start time?
The Guardians shifted the start from 6 p.m. to 1 p.m. due to a weather forecast that could bring inclement conditions.
Who hit the winning home run in Game 3?
Petey Halpin hit a two‑run homer that gave Cleveland the lead and the win.
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