Sep 14, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Joey Cantillo (54) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
The Cleveland Guardians and the Houston Astros could meet in this year’s postseason, but for now, the two division winners aim to finish the regular season strong when they begin a three-game series on Friday in Cleveland.
Cleveland (92-67) won its second American League Central title in three years and has clinched a first-round postseason bye. Houston (86-73) secured its fourth straight AL West crown and will host a best-of-three wild-card series starting next Tuesday…