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Petey Halpin’s two-run homer lifts Guardians past Rays for 2-1 ALCS lead

Petey Halpin’s two-run homer lifts Guardians past Rays for 2-1 ALCS lead

Summary

The Cleveland Guardians won Game 3 of the American League Championship Series against the Tampa Bay Rays with a score of 3-2. Petey Halpin hit a two-run home run to give the Guardians the lead, and pitcher Gavin Williams struck out nine batters over five innings.

Key Facts

  • Petey Halpin hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning, giving the Guardians a 3-2 lead.
  • Gavin Williams pitched five innings, allowing two runs and striking out nine.
  • The Guardians lead the best-of-seven series 2-1.
  • José Ramírez had two hits, and Nathaniel Lowe contributed an RBI for Cleveland.
  • Cleveland’s bullpen retired 16 of the last 17 Tampa Bay batters.
  • Tampa Bay’s batters struck out 13 times in the game.
  • Game 4 is scheduled for Friday, but rain is expected.
  • Halpin’s home run was his first in the postseason and fifth in his major league career.
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