Tampa Bay Rays vs. Cleveland Guardians • Oct 18, 2026

In a crucial ALCS matchup, the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1, with Drew Rasmussen throwing a gem, giving up just one run over seven innings while striking out six. The Rays capitalized early, scoring in the first three innings, including an RBI single by Liam Hicks in the third that brought Chandler Simpson home, while the Guardians only managed to score in the sixth on a groundout by Chase DeLauter. This victory gives the Rays a 3-2 lead in the series, keeping them in contention as they aim for the pennant.