The Tampa Bay Rays have won the American League Pennant for the third time in franchise history, beating the Cleveland Guardians in six games to advance to the World Series.

The Rays proved themselves as a team in this series, facing some adversity for the first time after sweeping the New York Yankees in the ALDS and not training once in three games. Tampa Bay lost Games 1 and 3 before reeling off three consecutive victories to advance .

It was an impressive feat, beating a Guardians team that plays a very similar style on the field. Runs were at a premium with stellar pitching staffs on both teams, but the Rays stars were able to produce just a little bit more at the plate to push them ahead.

One of the players who was leading the way on offense was designated hitter Yandy Diaz.…