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MLB·PREVIEW·October 19, 2026 02:12 PM ET

Guardians turn to Armstrong-led staff to force Game 7

Rays lead series 3-1 entering tonight

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 53m1 min read
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Shawn Armstrong: 7.2 IP, 0 R this Postseason Daniel Espino: 2nd best K% in 2026 Erik Sabrowski: lowest opp. AVG (.136) o Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Cleveland's plan pairs Daniel Espino and Erik Sabrowski behind Shawn Armstrong for the elimination game. First pitch has not yet occurred.

Why it matters: The series position puts Cleveland's season on the line tonight, centering the night on bullpen order. A decisive seventh game would reset both staffs for one final contest.

What to watch: The opening matchup and the timing of the first pitching change will show how the plan holds.

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