Guardians Advance to ALCS for First Time Since 2016, Defeat Tigers 7-3 with Thomas' Grand Slam

Oct 12, 2024, 08:19 PM

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 7-3 at home on Saturday afternoon in a decisive Game 5 of the American League Division Series, advancing to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2016. Lane Thomas hit a grand slam off Tarik Skubal, propelling the underdog Guardians to victory in a surprising outcome. Closer Emmanuel Clase secured the final six outs to seal the win. The Guardians will face the New York Yankees in the ALCS, with Game 1 scheduled for Monday night at Yankee Stadium.