Guardians pushing unexpected season into postseason, will have chance to end Series title drought
The Guardians are taking an unexpected season into the postseason
By TOM WITHERS
Published - Sep 20, 2024, 01:01 AM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 07:03 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Soaked to the skin from being sprayed with Champagne and beer, manager Stephen Vogt stood in the middle of the clubhouse and triumphantly lifted a fake jeweled championship belt over his head like a conquering boxer.
Cleveland will fight for a real one in October.
Led by their 39-year-old rookie manager, who has pushed all the right buttons for months, and a superb bullpen, the Guardians clinched one of the AL’s six playoff spots on Thursday with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins — Cleveland's major league-leading 42nd comeback.
A most unexpected season will include a postseason.
