The Guardians set their roster for their ALCS showdown with the Yankees and announced only one change from their ALDS roster: infielder/outfielder has been swapped out for right-handed reliever . Martinez, 22, was a mid-series addition to the ALDS roster, taking the place of after he suffered a left oblique strain. Freeman didnt get into a game during the Division Series but sustained the injury during a simulated game ramping up for that Doug Drabek Jersey round of play. Martinez took his spot on the roster but only wound up tallying one plate appearance. With the Guards now facing down a best-of-seven series, theyll opt for an additional arm in the bullpen rather than a switch-hitting utilityman off the bench. Avila, 27, was back in April after San Diego had designated him for a signment. He went on to play a major role as a multi-inning option out of s bullpen, appearing in 50 games and tallying 74 2/3 innings with Cleveland. Along the way, he pitched to a 3.25 ERA, fanned 23% of his opponents, i sued walks at a 9.4% clip and kept 43.1% of his opponents batted balls on the ground. Avila was primarily used in lower-leverage spots and will presumably work in a similar capacity if called upon in the ALCS. He had several appearances spanning more than one frame in 2024, topping out with a handful of three-inning outings. The ALCS will kick off tonight in New York at 7:38pm ET, when the Guards send veteran righty to the mound against Yankees left-hander . Neither has fared particularly well in the postseason thus far. Game 2 will feature a battle of staff aces when Cleveland sends young to the mound against 2023 Cy Young winner . The Yankees will send to the mound in Game 3 on Thursday. The Guardians have not yet announced a starter in Game 3. and are the only two other starters on the roster. Overall, Clevelands ALCS roster breaks down as follows: Catchers Infielder Outfielders Pitchers Jim Leyland Jersey