Guardians clinch third straight AL Central title, credit depth

Guardians clinch third straight AL Central title, credit depth

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Cleveland. com reported that the Cleveland Guardians clinched their third consecutive American League Central division title on September 27, with manager Stephen Vogt saying the team’s depth helped it overcome injuries. The division crown followed a 1-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox on September 24 that secured a postseason berth and reduced the magic number to two, as coveringthecorner.

com noted. The win also set up a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals that would decide a first-round bye, Cleveland. com said.

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September 27, 2026
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Guardians clinch third straight AL Central title, manager credits roster depth
Guardians clinch third straight AL Central title, manager credits roster depth

Cleveland.com • 27 Sep 09:15

Cleveland secured its third consecutive American League Central championship, with manager Stephen Vogt highlighting the team's depth and ability to overcome injuries.

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September 25, 2026
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Guardians dispatch Gavin Williams to Kansas City ahead of crucial series
Guardians dispatch Gavin Williams to Kansas City ahead of crucial series

Cleveland.com • 25 Sep 09:15

Cleveland secured a postseason berth and will face the Royals in a three-game series that decides whether the Guardians earn a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the ALDS.

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Cleveland Guardians Secure Playoff Spot After 1-0 Victory Over Red Sox
Cleveland Guardians Secure Playoff Spot After 1-0 Victory Over Red Sox

Bleacher Report • 25 Sep 01:44

The Guardians clinched a postseason berth with a 1-0 win in Boston, completing a 22-10 run since mid-August and marking their third straight playoff appearance.

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Guardians secure playoff spot, eyeing first World Series title since 1948
Guardians secure playoff spot, eyeing first World Series title since 1948

CBS Sports • 25 Sep 01:14

Cleveland clinched a postseason berth, marking its third playoff appearance under manager Stephen Vogt and the eighth in the past 11 seasons, while its bullpen ranks among the league's best.

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September 23, 2026
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Guardians Reduce Playoff Magic Number to Two Ahead of Red Sox Series
Guardians Reduce Playoff Magic Number to Two Ahead of Red Sox Series

coveringthecorner.com • 23 Sep 16:03

Cleveland beat Boston, leaving the team two wins away from clinching a postseason spot, while the upcoming game features veteran pitcher Sonny Gray.

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