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Guardians Bring 2-1 ALCS Lead Into Game 4 Against Rays

The Guardians are using a bullpen game after winning Game 3, while Nick Martinez is expected to start for Tampa Bay if weather does not alter the schedule.

  • On Friday, the Cleveland Guardians will use relief pitcher Shawn Armstrong as an opener against the Tampa Bay Rays, who will start Nick Martinez in ALCS Game 4 at Progressive Field.
  • Drafted by the organization in 2011, Armstrong made his MLB debut four years later before embarking on a journeyman career that included time with several teams, ultimately returning to Cleveland this season.
  • In these playoffs, Armstrong has pitched 5.1 scoreless innings with five strikeouts, allowing just one hit. He previously pitched for the Rays in 2022 and 2023 playoffs without allowing a run.
  • Due to weather concerns, both teams delayed pitching announcements. Rain is expected in Cleveland for most of Friday, but a window between 8-11 p.m. ET may allow officials to complete the game.
  • Following a 3-2 victory in Game 3, Cleveland leads the best-of-seven series 2-1. Martinez faces them after starting in the Division Series, setting up a pivotal matchup for the Guardians.
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Guardians bring 2-1 ALCS lead into Game 4 against Rays

Tampa Bay Rays (98-64, first in the AL East during the regular season) vs. Cleveland Guardians (85-77, first in the AL Central during the regular season)

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Cleveland holds a 2-1 lead over Tampa Bay in search of defining which team will face Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series.

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USA Today broke the news in New York, United States on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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