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  "title": "Stephen Vogt ‘couldn’t be more proud’ of Guardians for ALCS Game 1 win over Rays",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/stephen-vogt-couldnt-be-more-proud-of-guardians-for-alcs-game-1-win",
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  "published": "2026-10-13T05:48:30.000Z",
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    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
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    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/stephen-vogt-couldn-t-more-054830534.html"
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  "account": "Stephen Vogt expressed immense pride in the Cleveland Guardians following their victory in ALCS Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Rays. This win marked the start of four consecutive postseason triumphs for the team, which they achieved by recovering from a precarious position in the ALDS. Starting pitcher Foster Griffin allowed the Rays to score two runs in the opening inning, but the Guardians' defense held strong and the offense delivered in the late innings, resulting in a 7-3 win.\n\nThe team's success was attributed to their readiness and resilience throughout the season. During the trade deadline, the Guardians acquired Foster Griffin, Jo Adell, and Nathaniel Lowe, all of whom made significant contributions to the game. Vogt praised the team's performance, stating, \"These guys come ready to play every day. I couldn't be more proud of them.\"\n\nGriffin lasted only 4.0 innings, and the Guardians' bullpen had to step up, as they had been working hard throughout the postseason. The relief pitchers held the Rays scoreless for eight innings, setting the stage for the bats to shine. Chase DeLauter, the only player with a wRC+ of 115, led the way with a solo shot in the sixth inning, and Patrick Bailey tied the game with a home run of his own.\n\nGoing into Game 2 of the ALCS, Vogt will need the Guardians to maintain their collective effort to continue their winning streak.",
  "summary": "The Cleveland Guardians have now won four consecutive postseason games to not just come back from the brink of elimination in the ALDS, but to take a 1-0 lead in the ALCS against the Tampa Bay Rays. This was a team effort through and through; after starting pitcher Foster Griffin allowed the Rays to score two runs in the first inning, the team […] The post Stephen Vogt ‘couldn’t be more proud’ of…",
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