What happened: Foster Griffin entered to pitch the top of the second inning for the Cleveland Guardians against the Tampa Bay Rays in ALCS Game 4 with Cleveland leading 1-0. He relieved Guardians opener Shawn Armstrong, who retired the side in the opening frame.

Why it matters: Cleveland stuck with its planned opener script after a rainout, handing the ball to Griffin on normal rest from Monday once Armstrong navigated the top of Tampa Bay's lineup. Griffin's pitch count and length in bulk relief will shape how the Guardians sequence their bullpen for the rest of the game.

What to watch: Griffin works as the bulk reliever against Tampa Bay with Cleveland protecting its 1-0 advantage.