What happened: The Cleveland Guardians meet the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS. The game has not started yet. The score is 0-0 as of scheduled time.

Why it matters: The ALCS decides the American League representative in the World Series. The opener sets the starting point for the seven-game series. Both clubs enter the series with the next round determined by these head-to-head results.

What to watch: First pitch and starting lineups will shape the opener before Game 2 follows in the series.