Cleveland Guardians Clinch AL Central Division Title

The Cleveland Guardians have clinched the American League Central Division title for the 12th time since its formation in 1995, following the Kansas City Royals' 9-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants. This marks a significant turnaround for the team, which had a disappointing 76-86 record last season and lost long-time manager Terry Francona. Under first-year manager Stephen Vogt, the Guardians maintained a strong lead in the division, holding first place for nearly five months and finishing with a 90-65 record. Despite early setbacks, including the loss of ace Shane Bieber to injury, the team excelled with contributions from both veterans and young players. As they head into the postseason, the Guardians are also vying for a top-two seed to secure a first-round bye, with their sights set on potentially achieving the best record in baseball. With the playoffs approaching, the team aims to continue their strong performance into October.