Rays Beat Guardians 3-1 in ALCS Game 2

The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in ALCS Game 2, tying the best-of-seven series at one game apiece before it moves to Cleveland. Freddy Peralta held Cleveland scoreless over six innings, allowing four hits and striking out six while reaching 99 mph with his fastball. Tampa Bay took control in the fourth after a José Ramírez fielding error contributed to a three-run inning, capped by Liam Hicks’s two-run single. Rays manager Kevin Cash praised Peralta’s confidence and velocity, and Hicks credited the pitcher’s hard work for their strong battery partnership. Game 3 is scheduled for Thursday night in Cleveland.