Yankees ride Rodon's 'dominant performance' vs. Guardians for 1-0 ALCS lead

Oct. 15 (UPI) -- Carlos Rodon allowed just three hits and one run, while issuing nine strikeouts over six innings, to silence the Cleveland Guardians and give the New York Yankees a 1-0 lead in the American League Championship Series.

Outfielder Juan Soto and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton each homered in the 5-2 triumph Monday at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees will host the Guardians in Game 2 on Tuesday in New York.

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