The Cleveland Guardians’ postseason run ended with a 7-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night. However, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt did not express anger or direct blame toward his players following the disappointing loss. Instead, Vogt delivered a cold-blooded message.
After the game, Vogt encouraged his players to embrace the disappointment rather than attempt to move past it too quickly.
‘Let it hurt. Let it sink in. Let it fuel you this winter,” Vogt said.
Article Continues BelowThe Guardians entered the must-win matchup facing elimination after losing the previous two games of the series. Cleveland attempted to mount a late comeback, but the team ultimately could not overcome Tampa Bay’s offensive production and timely pitching.