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Guardians take 2-1 lead over Rays in ALCS Game 3

In Game 3 of the ALCS, the Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in St. Petersburg, Florida, giving Cleveland a 2-1 series advantage.

Guardians take 2-1 lead over Rays in ALCS Game 3

Key points

  • Guardians win 3-2 over Rays in Game 3 of ALCS
  • Petey Halpin hit a go‑ahead two‑run homer
  • Gavin Williams struck out nine in five innings
  • Series tied 1-1 after two games
  • Cleveland now leads series 2-1

The best‑of‑seven American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and the Tampa Bay Rays began in St. Petersburg, Florida, with the Rays holding home‑field advantage as the American League’s No. 1 seed.

After the first two games the series was tied 1‑1.

In Game 3 on Thursday, the Guardians defeated the Rays 3‑2. Petey Halpin delivered a go‑ahead two‑run homer, and Gavin Williams recorded nine strikeouts over five innings.

The victory moved Cleveland to a 2‑1 series lead.

Your questions, answered

What was the score of Game 3 in the ALCS?

The Guardians defeated the Rays 3-2.

Who hit the decisive home run in Game 3?

Petey Halpin hit a go‑ahead two‑run homer.

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