CLEVELAND — The Naylor brothers combined to give the Guardians an early lead against the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series on Saturday night at Progressive Field.
Facing Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon, Josh Naylor hit a slow-roller and reached safely with one out on an infield single to third base.
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 19: Bo Naylor #23 of the Cleveland Guardians hits a double in the second inning against the New York Yankees during Game Five of the American League Championship Series at Progressive Field on October 19, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
After rookie Jhonkensy Noel struck out, Bo Naylor hit a two-out, RBI double to right field on a full count, scoring his older brother and elevating Cleveland to a 1-0 lead in the second inning. The at-bat lasted 10 pitches.
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The Guardians entered Game 5 staring at a 3-1 deficit in the best-of-seven ALCS and trying to avoid elimination.
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This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Naylor brothers, Josh and Bo, give Guardians ALCS lead vs Yankees