Guardians and Rays Prepare for Rescheduled Game 4 in Cleveland
Game 4 of the American League Championship Series moves to tonight at 7 p.m. Central Time in Cleveland after rain postponed yesterday’s matchup, forcing adjustments to both clubs’ pitching plans. The Tampa Bay Rays will start Nick Martinez against Guardians opener Shawn Armstrong.
The postponement eliminates the planned off-day for Sunday. Game 5 will now take place at 4 p.m. Central Time on Sunday, while potential Games 6 and 7 will happen on Monday and Tuesday nights in St. Petersburg if necessary. A victory today for Cleveland would yield a 3-1 series edge and likely push Tampa Bay into an all-hands-on-deck posture to stay alive.
Brandon Woodruff Eyeing a Milwaukee Brewers World Series Return
Brandon Woodruff is working through a throwing program in the hopes of pitching again after better-than-expected follow-up exams took an impending shoulder surgery off the table. The right-hander has not appeared in a game environment since July 4, leaving the Milwaukee Brewers to weigh sentiment against caution regarding a potential relief role.
Seattle Mariners Add Rocco Baldelli to Managerial Search
The Seattle Mariners have expressed interest in Rocco Baldelli as their managerial search continues, joining a small group of known candidates that includes Joe Espada and Torey Lovullo. Baldelli compiled a .527-505 record while leading the Minnesota Twins to three AL Central titles from 2019 to 2025 before working as a special assistant in the Dodgers front office. Jerry Dipoto has maintained a preference for hiring a manager with past MLB experience.
Historical World Series Clinches for the Pittsburgh Pirates
October 17 holds historical significance for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as the franchise’s last two World Series titles were clinched on this date in 1971 and 1979 against the Orioles. Steve Blass threw a complete-game gem in a 2-1 victory in 1971, backed by a solo home run from Series MVP Roberto Clemente and an eighth-inning RBI double from Jose Pagan. Eight years later, Willie Stargell hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning of Game 7 to lead a 4-1 win, finishing the Fall Classic with a 1.208 OPS across 30 plate appearances to capture the Series MVP trophy.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Postseason Schedule and Roster Decisions
Why was Game 4 of the ALCS postponed?
Rain forced officials to push the matchup back from its original date to tonight at 7 p.m. Central Time.
When will Game 5 of the ALCS be played?
Game 5 is scheduled for Sunday at 4 p.m. Central Time, following the elimination of the planned off-day.
What teams did Rocco Baldelli manage previously?
Baldelli managed the Minnesota Twins from 2019 through 2025, capturing three AL Central titles.