TV stations, it's time to get started

On Thursday night, the Guardians defeated the New York Yankees in exciting fashion, 7-5 in 10 innings at Progressive Field in Cleveland.

With the series now at 2-1, Cleveland just has to try again.

For Game 4 on Friday night, the Guardians will turn to starting pitcher Gavin Williams. The 25-year-old didn't pitch in the postseason and battled injuries during the regular season.

The Yankees counter with starting pitcher Luis Gil. Like Williams, he makes his postseason debut Friday night.

ALCS: How the Guardians won Game 3 in thrilling fashion

Here's how you can watch the game today:

What time is the Guardians game today?

• Time: 8:08 p.m
• Date: Friday, October 18th
• Location: Progressive Field in Cleveland

What channel is the American League Championship Series on?

Game 4 of the American League Championship Series will air on TBS and will be simulcast on truTV and streaming service Max (formerly HBO).

Who are the TV announcers for the ALCS between the Yankees and Guardians?

Brian Anderson, Ron Darling and Jeff Francoeur will call the game from the booth, while Lauren Jbara will report from the field.

Cleveland Guardians celebrate ALDS Game 5 win over Detroit Tigers

The Cleveland Guardians celebrated after defeating the Detroit Tigers in Game 5 of the AL Division Series. A look behind the scenes at Progressive Field.

The Guardians Radio Network has two local flagship stations – AM-1100 WTAM and FM-100.7 WMMS. A full list of Guardians radio stations can be found here.

Announcer: Tom Hamilton, Jim Rosenhaus and Andre Knott

History of the Guardians vs. Yankees this season

The Guardians played the Yankees six times this season. New York won four of the six games. They last played on August 22, a 6-0 Yankees victory.

Yankees vs. Guardians betting odds, distribution

• Odds: Yankees by 1.5 runs
• O/U: 7.5 runs
• Money line: Guardians +100, Yankees -120

Odds via BetMGM on Friday morning.

Guardians vs. Yankees 2024 ALCS schedule:

• Game 1: Yankees 5, Guardians 2
• Game 2: Yankees 6, Guardians 3
• Game 3: Guardians 7, Yankees 5
• Game 4: New York Yankees at Cleveland Guardians – Friday, October 18, 8:08 p.m
• Game 5: New York Yankees at Cleveland Guardians – Saturday, October 19, 8:08 p.m
• Game 6: Cleveland Guardians at New York Yankees – Monday, October 21, 5:08 p.m.*
• Game 7: Cleveland Guardians at New York Yankees – Tuesday, October 22, 7:38 p.m.*

*if applicable

When will the 2024 World Series take place?

The World Series is scheduled to begin Friday, Oct. 25, with Game 2 the next night. Games 3-5 are scheduled for March 28-30. October planned. If necessary, games 6 and 7 will take place on November 1st and 2nd. Fox will televise all World Series games.