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Guardians vs Rays ALCS Rotation Matchup
Guardians' taxed rotation faces Rays' well-rested pitchers in ALCS opener.
In brief
Guardians' taxed rotation faces Rays' well-rested pitchers in ALCS opener. Cleveland's Guardians, exhausted from a five-game ALDS series, face Tampa Bay's Rays in ALCS Game 1 with differing rotation strategies. Originally reported by Mlb.
ALCS Game 1
The American League’s top two seeds meet in the best-of-seven AL Championship Series starting Monday at 8 p.m. ET.
Guardians' Rotation Strain
Cleveland’s pitching rotation is taxed after a five-game ALDS series against the White Sox.
Game 1 Starter
Foster Griffin, the Guardians’ Game 1 starter, last pitched on Sept. 23 with a 10-hit game against the Red Sox.
Game 2 Options
The Guardians could use Parker Messick, Tanner Bibee, Joey Cantillo, or Gavin Williams for Game 2 after their ALDS fatigue.
Rays' Rotation Strategy
Tampa Bay’s Rays will likely use a four-man rotation with Drew Rasmussen as their ace for Game 1.
Game 1 Pitcher
Drew Rasmussen, the Rays’ ace, has not lost one start since the All-Star Game.
What Happens Next
The Guardians face a decision on their rotation for Game 2 after Game 1.
In short
Cleveland's Guardians, exhausted from a five-game ALDS series, face Tampa Bay's Rays in ALCS Game 1 with differing rotation strategies.
