Guardians clinch AL Central title, Rangers stay in AL West race

The Cleveland Guardians clinched the AL Central division on September 26, 2026, with an 11-5 win over the Kansas City Royals. After falling behind early, the Guardians rallied behind Patrick Bailey's home run and a strong performance from Chase DeLauter. In another pivotal game, the Texas Rangers defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-2 to keep their hopes alive for the AL West title, needing a win in the final game of the season. Rain delays affected several games, including the Rangers' matchup, pushing the action late into the evening.

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