Allen is lined up to start in the pivotal showdown against the Rangers, providing a steady left-handed presence and a solid recent form that could set the tone for Cleveland's playoff push.

Guardians depth arm with a solid track record; a potential spot-start option in Week 26 for deeper leagues seeking innings, though upside is moderate.

Allen partnered with Cecconi to log 15 scoreless innings, anchoring the rotation in a critical stretch run.

Allen delivered eight scoreless innings, anchoring Cleveland’s win with efficiency and control. His performance gave the Guardians the cushion to ride a lights-out effort and position themselves for a division-clinching push.

Allen matches Kirby in an East Coast duel as Cleveland tries to rebound. A soft-tossing lefty, his 91.1 mph four-seam is the key heat, with a ground-ball approach designed to keep Seattle’s lineup off balance. Cleveland seeks production from a line that has struggled to convert opportunities, needing timely hits to keep pace.