# Cade Smith seals Guardians' ALCS win

> Cade Smith's four-out save clinches Guardians' ALCS Game 3 victory.
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- Summary: Cade Smith's four-out save clinches Guardians' ALCS Game 3 victory. Cade Smith secured a 3-2 win for the Cleveland Guardians with a four-out save in Game 3…
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## Cade Smith's save
Cade Smith secured a four-out save for the Guardians in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series.
## Smith's postseason record
Smith has appeared in 19 of Cleveland's 21 playoff contests since his 2024 rookie season.
## Guardians lead in eighth
The Guardians led 3-2 in the eighth inning after a two-run homer by Petey Halpin and strong pitching by Gavin Williams.
## Smith faces Rays in ninth
Smith retired four batters in the ninth inning to end the game with a 3-2 win over the Rays.
## Smith's confidence
Smith described his performance as 'tooth and nail' with no emotion, calling it a 'war of attrition'.
## Guardians' postseason focus
Manager Stephen Vogt expects Smith to remain a key closer through the ALCS and World Series.
## Key takeaway

Cade Smith secured a 3-2 win for the Cleveland Guardians with a four-out save in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series.