The Cleveland Guardians grabbed a 2-1 lead in the American League Championship Series courtesy of a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 at Progressive Field on Thursday.
Petey Halpin delivered the go-ahead, two-run home run in the fifth inning and Cleveland never relinquished the lead. Halpin, who hit four homers during the regular season, punctuated his postseason blast with an emphatic bat flip.
Cade Smith recorded the final four outs to seal the victory, recording two strikeouts.
Right-handed starter Gavin Williams earned the win for Cleveland, allowing two runs on two hits and a walk while striking out nine over five innings.
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