Guardians clinch third consecutive AL Central crown, No. 2 seed

The Cleveland Guardians had already clinched a playoff berth, but now have also secured the AL Central crown.

The Guardians' 11-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals helped Cleveland lock in the No. 2 seed in the American League playoff bracket and cement their place atop the AL Central. This also means the Guardians have earned the highly sought-after first-round bye.