Guardians-Tigers ALDS Game 5 Rescheduled to Afternoon Due to Inclement Weather

The decisive Game 5 of the American League Division Series between the Cleveland Guardians and the Detroit Tigers has been rescheduled from its original evening start to an afternoon game due to forecasted inclement weather in Cleveland. The game, which will determine which team advances to the American League Championship Series to face the New York Yankees, will now start at 1:08 p.m. ET instead of 8:08 p.m. ET.

The decision was made by Major League Baseball to avoid the predicted rain that is expected to roll into Northern Ohio in the evening. According to local forecasts, light scattered rain is anticipated in the afternoon, with heavier showers expected around the original start time and continuing into Sunday morning. This change ensures that the game can be played without interruptions or the need for a postponement.

The Guardians and Tigers are tied 2-2 in the series after Cleveland won Game 4 at Detroit’s Comerica Park on Thursday. The pitching matchup for Game 5 features Tarik Skubal for the Tigers and Matthew Boyd for the Guardians. Skubal has been dominant in the series, and the Guardians will need to execute a patient game plan to outlast him and capitalize on scoring opportunities.

The game will be exclusively televised by TBS and Max, and the winner will face the New York Yankees in the ALCS starting on Monday at Yankee Stadium. The change in start time also helps fans avoid conflicts with the Ohio State vs. Oregon football game, which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.