Cleveland Guardians maintain American League wildcard lead despite loss to Orioles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians hold the third American League wildcard spot following a series of results across the league. Despite a loss to the Baltimore Orioles, the team benefits from a Toronto Blue Jays defeat at the hands of the Oakland Athletics. Pitcher Joey Cantillo struggled in his appearance during the Baltimore contest. Looking ahead to the September 8 schedule, Tanner Bibee is slated to start for Cleveland. The organization has also adjusted its minor league roster, promoting infielder Welbyn Fransisca and right-handed pitcher Cam Schuelke to the Double-A Akron team following the conclusion of the Lake County Captains season. These roster moves provide both players with experience at the Double-A level for the remainder of the schedule.
- •Cleveland Guardians retain the third AL wildcard spot.
- •Joey Cantillo recorded a loss against the Baltimore Orioles.
- •Toronto Blue Jays dropped a game to the Oakland Athletics.
- •Welbyn Fransisca and Cam Schuelke promoted to Double-A Akron.
- •Tanner Bibee scheduled to pitch on September 8.
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