KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The AL Central, once considered the weakest division in baseball, has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the postseason. Three teams from the division are still in contention in the divisional round, showcasing a remarkable turnaround from their performances last season.
The Guardians, Tigers, and Royals, all of whom finished below .500 last year, have defied expectations and secured spots in the playoffs. The Guardians, as the AL Central champions, are set to face the Tigers, who recently swept the AL West champion Astros. Meanwhile, the Royals are heading to New York to take on the Yankees after sweeping the Orioles.
