Yankees Edge Guardians in Game 5 of ALDS
Cortes Allows One Run as Yankees Advance
The New York Yankees defeated the Cleveland Guardians 5-1 in Game 5 of the American League Division Series (ALDS) at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, advancing to the AL Championship Series (ALCS).
Stanton's Grand Slam Breaks Tie
The game was tied 1-1 in the third inning when Giancarlo Stanton came to the plate with the bases loaded. He crushed a 418-foot grand slam to give the Yankees a commanding 5-1 lead.
Stanton's homer was his first in the postseason since 2017 and his second career grand slam.
Cortes Dominates
Nestor Cortes started for the Yankees and allowed just one run on four hits in 5.1 innings. He struck out nine batters and walked two.
Cortes' performance was crucial for the Yankees, who were looking to avoid a Game 6 in Cleveland.
Yankees Advance to ALCS
With the win, the Yankees advance to the ALCS, where they will face the Houston Astros. The series is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, October 19.
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