Explore detailed player stats and key moments from the intense Yankees vs Guardians matchup as the Yankees take control of the ALCS.
In a pivotal ALCS Game 4, the New York Yankees edged out the Cleveland Guardians 8-6, taking a significant 3-1 series lead. This victory moves the Yankees one step closer to the World Series, adding pressure on the Guardians who now face potential elimination.
The game was highlighted by dramatic home runs and crucial mistakes, setting up a high-tension scenario for the next matchup.
The star players truly shined in this showdown. Giancarlo Stanton’s critical three-run homer in the sixth and a flurry of hits in the late innings sealed the deal for the Yankees. Despite the Guardians’ valiant comeback effort, the Yankees’ strong offensive performance in the earlier and final innings led to their victory.
| Teams | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yankees | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 |
| Guardians | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
Giancarlo Stanton stood out as the top performer for the Yankees, with his 404-foot homer not only boosting the team’s morale but also driving in critical runs. His ability to deliver under pressure was key to the Yankees’ late-game success. Additionally, Austin Wells and Juan Soto also contributed with homers, adding to the high score and solidifying the win.
| Player | H-AB | R | HR | RBI | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Stanton | 2-4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | .300 |
| J. Soto | 1-3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | .333 |
| A. Wells | 1-4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | .250 |
| Player | IP | H | ER | BB | K | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T. Kahnle | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18-11 | 0.00 |
| M. Leiter Jr. | 1.2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 28-18 | 2.70 |
Emmanuel Clase and Cade Smith had a tough night, with Clase giving up crucial runs in the ninth. The Guardians’ offense tried to keep up, with Bo Naylor and Jhonkensy Noel putting up a fight, but their efforts fell short in critical moments.
| Player | H-AB | R | HR | RBI | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Naylor | 1-4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .250 |
| J. Noel | 0-1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| Player | IP | H | ER | BB | K | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Clase | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 24-15 | 2.00 |
| C. Smith | 1.0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 14-9 | 3.00 |
As the series returns to Yankee Stadium for Game 5, the Yankees are poised to clinch the AL pennant with another win. The Guardians must regroup and bring their best to avoid elimination. Saturday’s game promises to be filled with tension and drama as the stakes couldn’t be higher for both teams.
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