Yankees' Clase plays in 9th

In a dramatic Game 4 of the ALCS, the New York Yankees overcame a late rally from the Cleveland Guardians to win 8-6, taking a 3-1 series lead. Alex Verdugo's weak ground ball and a critical error by shortstop Brayan Rocchio allowed pinch runner Jon Berti to score the go-ahead run in the ninth inning. Yankees closer Emmanuel Clase struggled again, allowing two runs in the final frame after the Guardians had tied the game 6-6 in the eighth. Gleyber Torres contributed an insurance run with an RBI single. Despite the win, Yankees reliever Mark Leiter Jr. faced difficulties, including a crucial throwing error that nearly cost them the game. The Yankees now have a chance to clinch their first AL pennant since 2009 in Game 5.