Guardians beat Tigers to force Game 5 in Cleveland

Why it matters: A win would earn the Guardians a spot in their first American League Championship Series (the last round before the World Series) since 2016.

Catch up quick: The Guardians took Game 1 at Progressive Field, but were shut out in Games 2 and 3.

• The likely Cy Young Award winner threw seven scoreless innings in Game 2 with eight strikeouts.ve in three of the team's five runs.

What's next: Cleveland's lineup will have to face Detroit ace Tarik Skubal in Game 5.

• The likely CY Young Award winner threw seven scoreless innings in Game 2 with eight strikeouts.

Between the lines: All hands will be on deck for both teams who have boasted strong bullpens all season.

• Cleveland will hope closer Emmanuel Clase can bounce back giving up a ninth-inning home run to Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter in Game 2 that helped Detroit even the series.

What they're saying: "We've shown that all year long. That's who these guys are," Fry said on the TV broadcast after Thursday's victory.

• "We show up everyday and try to get the win. Let's go to Game 5."

If you go: Start time is scheduled for 4:38pm.

• A few tickets are still left, starting at $106.

How to watch: The game will air on TBS and Max.