Guardians Rays ALCS Game 4 Postponed New Schedule Announced Today

Guardians vs Rays ALCS Game 4 Postponed; New Times Confirmed

Rain forced Major League Baseball to postpone Game 4 of the American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and the Tampa Bay Rays. WKYC reported the delay and the revised timeline, and Major League Baseball’s official postseason schedule confirms the updated start times for the next games in the series.

Guardians vs Rays ALCS Game 4 was originally scheduled to be played earlier in the week at Progressive Field, but inclement weather prompted a rescheduling. According to WKYC, Game 4 was postponed and moved to Saturday, October 17, with an 8 p.m. ET start time. MLB’s published postseason schedule also reflects the revised time and notes the adjusted start time for Game 5.

MLB’s official schedule confirms the revised times and lists Game 5 for Sunday, October 18, at 5 p.m. ET. The league also indicates that Game 6, if necessary, would be played on Monday and Game 7, if necessary, on Tuesday, subject to further change. Those later dates are listed on MLB’s postseason page as tentative and dependent on how the series progresses.

Series Status and What Changed

At the time of the schedule update, the Cleveland Guardians led the series 2-1. The postponement of Game 4 means the series will resume with a slightly altered timeline, as confirmed by both local reporting from WKYC and the official MLB postseason schedule. All announced times are subject to change; MLB’s schedule page makes clear that start times and dates can be revised.

Why the Change Matters

Player routines and recovery: Postponements can affect pitcher availability and bullpen usage as teams adjust rotations and rest plans.
Travel and broadcast logistics: MLB and broadcasters coordinate new windows for live coverage when schedule adjustments occur.
Fan planning: Ticket holders and attendees should confirm arrival and entry policies with the ballpark; times listed by MLB and local outlets are the authoritative sources for updates.

Confirmed Times (Per WKYC and MLB)

Game 4: Saturday, October 17 — 8 p.m. ET (postponed from its original date due to rain; WKYC report)
Game 5: Sunday, October 18 — 5 p.m. ET (MLB schedule confirmation)
Game 6: Monday — date/time per MLB if necessary
Game 7: Tuesday — date/time per MLB if necessary

All times above reflect the updated schedule as reported by WKYC and confirmed on MLB’s official postseason schedule page. MLB’s schedule notes that dates and times remain subject to change.

How to Watch Guardians vs Rays

Broadcast and streaming availability are determined by official rights holders and broadcasters. For the most up-to-date information on national and local television or streaming options, viewers should consult MLB’s official postseason schedule and their local listings. The league’s postseason page provides authoritative scheduling and broadcast information; however, local broadcast windows and blackouts may apply and those details are set by the broadcasters and MLB.

What Fans Should Do

Verify start times before heading to the ballpark or planning a viewing party, using MLB’s official postseason schedule and the reporting from WKYC as primary sources.
If you hold tickets for a postponed game, check Progressive Field’s official communications and refund/exchange policies for postponed events.
Expect further updates: weather or other factors can prompt additional changes, and MLB will update its schedule as needed.

Context on Scheduling and League Statements

MLB’s published postseason schedule is the league’s authoritative statement on game dates and start times; when local conditions force a postponement, MLB coordinates revised scheduling with teams, venues and broadcasters. WKYC provided local reporting on the postponement and the immediate rescheduling for Games 4 and 5, while MLB’s postseason page lists the league’s confirmed adjustments and the contingency dates for Games 6 and 7 if the series requires them.

Short FAQ

Q: Why was Game 4 postponed?
A: WKYC reported the postponement was due to rain. Local weather conditions at Progressive Field led to the decision to postpone the game.
Q: When will Game 4 be played?
A: WKYC reports Game 4 has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 17 at 8 p.m. ET; MLB’s official postseason schedule reflects the revised time.
Q: When is Game 5 scheduled?
A: MLB’s official postseason schedule lists Game 5 for Sunday, October 18 at 5 p.m. ET.
Q: Are Games 6 and 7 scheduled?
A: MLB’s schedule lists Game 6 on Monday and Game 7 on Tuesday, if necessary. These dates are contingent on how the series unfolds and remain subject to change according to MLB.
Q: How can I confirm broadcast or streaming information?
A: Confirm broadcast and streaming details via MLB’s official postseason schedule and your local listings; network and streaming availability is determined by rights holders.

Related References

Note: This article references reporting from WKYC and schedule information published by Major League Baseball. Times and dates are subject to change; readers should consult MLB and local sources for real-time updates.

Updated ALCS schedule

Game 4 is scheduled for Saturday, October 17 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time at Progressive Field. Game 5 is scheduled for Sunday, October 18 at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. If the series requires more games, Game 6 is scheduled for Monday and Game 7 for Tuesday at Tropicana Field. Baseball schedules can change because of weather, broadcast decisions or other operational issues.

Fans with tickets should read the team’s ticket instructions carefully because tickets originally issued for one game may be reassigned after a postponement. The schedule update is also useful for viewers searching for start times, broadcast information and streaming options. This article should be updated after each game with the official result and next confirmed time.

Series context

The Guardians led the best-of-seven ALCS 2–1 in the reported update. The winner will meet Milwaukee in the World Series. Readers should use MLB’s official postseason page for the latest bracket and broadcast details.