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Guardians need 2 road wins to overcome deficit against Rays, just like they did against White Sox

Following Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Cleveland Guardians face elimination trailing 3-2 in the American League Championship Series. They must win two consecutive road games at Tropicana Field, beginning Monday night in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Manager Stephen Vogt and his squad have grown accustomed to high-stakes scenarios, having rallied from 60-65 to win the AL Central this year. Cleveland previously overcame a 2-0 deficit against the Chicago White Sox during the Division Series by winning consecutive road games.
Rookie Parker Messick struggled in his shortest career outing, not making it past the third inning, though Cleveland's bullpen allowed just one run over seven innings. Steven Kwan provided two hits and made a leaping catch at the center-field wall.
"We don't have another choice," Vogt said, emphasizing his team thrives under pressure. The Guardians must rely on pitching depth to extend the series and keep their championship hopes alive.
Teams trailing 3-2 in the ALCS have successfully rallied only seven of 23 times, though both Texas in 2023 and Toronto last year defied these odds. The historical precedent provides a narrow but achievable path forward.

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