Guardians fans reassigned tickets after rain postpones ALDS Game 4

Guardians fans reassigned tickets after rain postpones ALDS Game 4

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Major League Baseball announced on October 17 that Game 4 of the American League Division Series between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays in Cleveland was postponed to, and ticket holders were reassigned to Game 5, prompting concerns that fans might miss a potential pennant-clinching contest. The league said the decision was made after rain made Progressive Field unplayable on night. Earlier in the week MLB moved the start of ALCS Game 3 in Cleveland to a 1 p. m.

ET slot and advanced the NLCS Game 4 in Los Angeles to 8 p. m. ET to avoid forecasted rain, and officials warned that strong winds and showers were expected for the remaining games. A subsequent rain delay later forced the postponement of ALCS Game 4, pushing the series schedule forward.

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Major League Baseball Tampa Bay Rays Cleveland Guardians Milwaukee Brewers Los Angeles Dodgers

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Cleveland, Ohio, United States Los Angeles, California, United States Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California, United States

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October 17, 2026
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Guardians ticket holders face schedule change after ALDS rain postponement
Guardians ticket holders face schedule change after ALDS rain postponement

Fox News • 17 Oct 19:32

A rain delay forced the postponement of Game 4 of the ALDS, prompting the Guardians to shift ticket assignments to Game 5, leaving some fans concerned about missing a potential pennant-clinching game.

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Fans Criticize MLB Handling of Friday ALCS Rainout
Fans Criticize MLB Handling of Friday ALCS Rainout

Cleveland.com • 17 Oct 17:26

Several spectators said they incurred significant expenses and inconvenience after Major League Baseball proceeded with a rain-delayed American League Championship Series game that was later postponed.

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Rain delays ALCS Game 4, pushes schedule forward
Rain delays ALCS Game 4, pushes schedule forward

Fox News • 17 Oct 02:28

Steady rain in Cleveland forced MLB to postpone Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, moving the matchup to Saturday and shifting subsequent games.

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ALCS Game 4 Delayed by Rain, Series to Resume Saturday
ALCS Game 4 Delayed by Rain, Series to Resume Saturday

NBC Sports • 17 Oct 01:20

Rain forced the postponement of Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians set to continue the matchup on Saturday.

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October 16, 2026
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ALCS Game 4 postponed as rain forces delay at Progressive Field
ALCS Game 4 postponed as rain forces delay at Progressive Field

Akron Beacon Journal • 16 Oct 23:40

Major League Baseball postponed Game 4 of the American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays to Saturday after rain made the field unplayable on Friday night.

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Rain delay pushes back ALCS Game 4 in Cleveland
Rain delay pushes back ALCS Game 4 in Cleveland

USA Today • 16 Oct 22:13

Major League Baseball announced a rain delay for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, leaving the start time undecided as officials assess conditions.

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Wind and rain expected for ALCS Game 4 in Cleveland
Wind and rain expected for ALCS Game 4 in Cleveland

The Weather Channel • 16 Oct 15:06

Forecasts call for strong north winds, possible showers and cooler temperatures during Friday's ALCS Game 4 at Progressive Field.

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October 15, 2026
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Rays and Guardians set for ALCS Game 3 in Cleveland
Rays and Guardians set for ALCS Game 3 in Cleveland

Yahoo Sports • 15 Oct 18:46

The American League Championship Series shifts to Cleveland for Game 3, with the Rays and Guardians each holding a 1-1 series tie.

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MLB moves ALCS Game 3 to early afternoon as rain approaches Cleveland
MLB moves ALCS Game 3 to early afternoon as rain approaches Cleveland

The Weather Channel • 15 Oct 09:18

Game 3 of the American League Championship Series was shifted to a 1 p.m. EDT start due to forecasted rain, with further inclement weather expected for Games 4 and 5 in Cleveland.

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October 14, 2026
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MLB Advances Start Times for ALCS Game 3 and NLCS Game 4 Due to Weather Concerns
MLB Advances Start Times for ALCS Game 3 and NLCS Game 4 Due to Weather Concerns

CBS Sports • 14 Oct 19:55

Major League Baseball moved the start of Thursday's American League Championship Series game in Cleveland to 1 p.m. ET and advanced the National League Championship Series game in Los Angeles to 8 p.m. ET to avoid forecasted rain.

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