MLB postpones ALCS Game 4 between Guardians and Rays due to rain
The American League Championship Series Game 4 between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays was postponed to Saturday after rain in Cleveland prevented the first pitch.
Key points
- Game 4 of the ALCS was postponed to Saturday because of rain in Cleveland.
- The Guardians lead the series 2-1 after a 3-2 win in Game 3.
- Petey Halpin hit a two‑run homer in Game 3 to help Cleveland win.
- The postponement shifts the next decisive game back one day.
- The rescheduled game will allow the field to dry before play.
Major League Baseball has postponed Game 4 of the American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and the Tampa Bay Rays due to inclement weather in Cleveland. The game, originally scheduled for Friday, October 16, was delayed by rain, leading to a full postponement until Saturday.
The weather conditions forced the delay before the first pitch could be thrown, affecting the playoff schedule for both teams. The Guardians currently lead the series 2-1 following their victory in Game 3, which they won 3-2 on Thursday afternoon. In that previous matchup, Petey Halpin hit a two-run home run to help secure the win for Cleveland.
With the series standing at 2-1 in favor of the Guardians, the postponed Game 4 remains a critical contest for the Tampa Bay Rays. The rescheduled game will take place on Saturday, allowing the field to dry and ensuring the match can proceed without further weather-related interruptions. The delay marks a significant shift in the immediate timeline for the American League Championship Series, pushing the next decisive game back by one day.
Your questions, answered
Why was the ALCS Game 4 postponed?
The game was postponed because rain in Cleveland prevented the first pitch from being thrown.
When will the postponed Game 4 be played?
The game has been rescheduled for Saturday.
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