The Cleveland Guardians had an exciting comeback victory against the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series. Pinch-hitter Jhonkensy Noel played a crucial role by hitting a game-tying home run in the ninth inning, while David Fry sealed the win with a two-run homer in the 10th inning.
The Guardians were trailing 5-3 and were on the brink of falling into a 3-0 series deficit when Lane Thomas doubled in the ninth inning. Noel then stepped up to the plate and delivered a clutch home run to tie the score and keep Cleveland’s hopes alive.
In the 10th inning, Bo Naylor led off with a single against Clay Holmes, advancing to third base on a sacrifice bunt by Brayan Rocchio. Fry, who had previously hit a division series-saving homer, then came through with a 1-2 sinker that he sent into the left-field bleachers, securing the victory for the Guardians.
The team celebrated Fry’s heroics, and the fans at Progressive Field erupted in cheers. With this win, Cleveland now trails the series 2-1 and has a chance to even the series with a win in Game 4 on Friday.
The thrilling victory showcased the resilience and determination of the Guardians, who refused to back down even when facing a late-game deficit. The momentum from this win will surely carry over to the next game, as Cleveland looks to continue their winning ways and make a push towards the World Series. Stay tuned for more exciting baseball action as the ALCS continues to unfold.