Vogt's confidence in Bibee reflects the team's reliance on him to turn the series around in this pivotal game.

Guardians' manager Stephen Vogt has expressed confidence in Bibee, praising him as the team's best pitcher of the season.

This matchup will mark Bibee's first major league appearance on three days' rest, and he feels ready after throwing only 39 pitches in his last outing.

Tanner Bibee is set to start for the Cleveland Guardians in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees.

The Yankees currently lead the ALCS series 2-1, putting pressure on the Guardians to perform well in this crucial game.

Despite his disappointment at being pulled early in Game 2, Bibee acknowledged that Vogt's decision was focused on winning the game.

In Game 2, Bibee struggled significantly, allowing five hits and three runs in just 1 1/3 innings, leading to a 6-3 loss.

This will be Bibee's second chance to pitch against the Yankees, having been replaced in the second inning during their previous encounter.

He will face left-hander Carlos Rodón, who previously limited the Guardians to one run over six innings in Game 1, earning a win.

Rodón has a solid track record at Progressive Field, boasting a 6-4 record and a 3.08 ERA across 13 appearances.

During the regular season, Bibee posted a record of 12-8 with a 3.47 ERA and showed strong performance in the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers.

Bibee is optimistic about his physical readiness, noting that he feels prepared to pitch again after his brief outing in Game 2.