THE RAYS ARE MOVING ON TO THE FALL CLASSIC!
Tampa Bay closes out the Guardians at home and will now face the Milwaukee Via @espn on X
What happened: Tampa Bay closed out Cleveland at home to win the pennant. The Guardians' postseason run ends one round short of the Fall Classic.
Why it matters: The matchup pairs two clubs still pursuing their first championship. Milwaukee already ended a pennant wait dating to 1982, while Cleveland's title drought stretches to 1948.
By the numbers: Milwaukee: last pennant 1982, ending 44-year wait. Cleveland: last championship 1948. Tampa Bay and Milwaukee: each seeking first title.
What to watch: The Fall Classic opens next with Tampa Bay against Milwaukee.