Tigers vs Guardians: ALDS Rivalry Showdown

The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians are set to face off in the American League Division Series (ALDS) for the first time in their storied rivalry, having met over 2,300 times but never in the postseason. The Tigers have made a remarkable comeback, sweeping the Houston Astros in the Wild Card Series after being eight games under .500 in August, and will look to continue their hot streak against Cleveland. The Guardians, AL Central champions, are bolstered by a historically strong bullpen and the powerful bats of Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor. The series, a best-of-five, begins on October 5 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, with games broadcasted on TBS and available for streaming on Sling. Both teams come into the series with momentum, and the winner will advance to potentially face the Kansas City Royals or New York Yankees in the ALCS.