The Cleveland Guardians faced a setback in Game 1 of the ALCS, losing 5-2 to the New York Yankees. Starting pitcher Alex Cobb is out for the season due to a lower back strain and has been replaced by Ben Lively on the roster.

MLB approved the roster change after a medical review, confirming Cobb's ineligibility for the remainder of the ALCS and the World Series if the Guardians advance. Lively, who has had a solid season, may start in the upcoming games.

The Cleveland Guardians are finalizing their roster for Game 1 of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers, making some tough decisions in the process. Notable exclusions include Nick Sandlin, Pedro Avila, Angel Martinez, and Ben Lively, while Tyler Freeman and Alex Cobb have been added back.

Manager Stephen Vogt emphasized the importance of maximizing matchups, opting for versatility among players. With the Tigers' left-handed pitching, Freeman's right-handed bat could be crucial. The Guardians are strategically prioritizing matchups for both offense and defense as the series unfolds.

In a surprising move, the Los Angeles Dodgers have excluded pitchers Clayton Kershaw and Joe Kelly from their roster for the NL Division Series against the San Diego Padres. Kershaw, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, has been struggling with injuries, while Kelly has recently returned from shoulder issues.

Meanwhile, the Padres made roster adjustments by adding right-handers Martín Pérez and Alek Jacob, while the New York Yankees dropped several key players, including pitcher Marcus Stroman, for their series against Kansas City.

Ben Lively, a key player for the Cleveland Guardians, was surprisingly omitted from the roster for the AL Division Series against the Detroit Tigers. Despite a strong season with a record of 13-10 and a 3.81 ERA, Lively's absence highlights the tough decisions faced by manager Stephen Vogt.

The Guardians, who dealt with significant injuries to their pitching staff, opted for a roster emphasizing depth and versatility, leading to the exclusion of notable contributors like Nick Sandlin and Pedro Avila.

Ben Lively, a key player for the Cleveland Guardians this season, was surprisingly omitted from the roster for the AL Division Series against the Detroit Tigers. Despite a solid record of 13-10 and a 3.81 ERA, Lively's absence highlights the challenges faced by the Guardians, particularly after losing Shane Bieber to injury.

Manager Stephen Vogt opted for a 12-pitcher roster, leaving out notable contributors like Nick Sandlin and Pedro Avila. Alex Cobb, despite injury concerns, remains a candidate for Game 3.