The New York Yankees secured a 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the ALCS at Yankee Stadium, with Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton contributing key plays. This win marks a strong start for the Yankees, who aim to reach their first World Series since 2009, while the Guardians seek their seventh AL pennant and first since 2016. Carlos Rodon is set to lead the Yankees' pitching in Game 1, aiming to improve on his previous postseason performance. Despite being underdogs and the youngest team in baseball, the Guardians remain confident, with manager Stephen Vogt emphasizing their focus on self-performance. The Yankees and Guardians have a long postseason history, with the Yankees winning their last three matchups. Game 2 will take place in New York before the series moves to Cleveland.