How to Watch Yankees vs. Guardians Game 5 of ALCS – NBC New York

In the MLB American League Championship Series, two teams meet and each fight for their coveted place in the World Series.

The Yankees defeated the Royals in a four-game Division Series (3-1) to clinch a spot in the ALCS, while the Guardians clinched the other spot after winning the deciding Division Series Game 5.

The Yankees are appearing in the Championship Series for the 19th time, but they have not won a pennant since their 27th World Series title in 2009. The Guardians have played seven ALCS games – the last time being in 2016, when they advanced to the World Series and lost to the Cubs.

Needless to say, these two teams hope to bring titles back to their cities. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the 2024 ALCS:

Which teams are in the ALCS?

The ALCS features the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians.

When does the ALCS start?

The ALCS began on Monday, October 14th.

What is the ALCS schedule?

Here is a breakdown of the American League Championship Series schedule:

Game 1: Guardians 2, Yankees 5
Game 2: Guardians 3, Yankees 6
Game 3: Yankees 5, Guardians 7
Game 4: Yankees 8, Guardians 6
Game 5*: Yankees at Guardians, October 19, 8:08 p.m
Game 6*: Guardians at Yankees, October 21, 8:08 p.m
Game 7*: Guardians at Yankees, October 22, TBD
* = if applicable

The Championship Series features a best-of-seven format. The higher seed has home advantage for games 1, 2 and, if necessary, 6 and 7.

Here’s how to watch the ALCS

ALCS Showdowns air on TBS and are available to stream on Max, TBS.com, Fubo, Sling TV and the TBS app.