The Guardians hold a 2-1 ALCS lead after low-scoring wins, including a 3-2 Game 3 victory at Progressive Field driven by Gavin Williams’ start and Petey Halpin’s go-ahead homer. Both clubs feature deep, strikeout-heavy pitching staffs that have limited opponents to three or fewer runs in four of the first five playoff meetings, with Cleveland’s bullpen (including Cade Smith) posting elite postseason numbers. Tampa Bay’s lineup has shown contact and speed but managed just three hits in the most recent matchup, while the Rays counter with rested arms like Nick Martinez. Rain postponed Game 4 and could again affect conditions at the pitcher-friendly home park, where total runs have trended under in the series. The next game’s outcome hinges on which bullpen holds up longer in what projects as another tight, low-scoring contest.