The ALCS stands tied 1-1 after the Guardians used late power from Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey to win Game 1 before the Rays evened the series with small-ball execution and strong starting pitching in Game 2. Game 3 shifts to Progressive Field, where Cleveland’s contact-oriented offense has shown extra-base pop in the postseason, while Tampa Bay counters with speed, depth, and threats such as Junior Caminero and Jonathan Aranda. Griffin Jax faces Gavin Williams in a matchup that could feature early bullpen usage, and the start has been moved earlier due to weather concerns in Cleveland. Recent series home runs and lineup power profiles will shape expectations for long balls in this contest.