Guardians clinch postseason spot with win, Ingle earns MVP honors

The Guardians secured a postseason berth for the third consecutive year after a 1-0 victory against the Boston Red Sox on September 28. Angel Martínez provided the offense with a home run, while the pitching staff limited the Red Sox to two hits. The Guardians later defeated the Kansas City Royals, capturing the American League Central title. Additionally, Cooper Ingle was named International League MVP, hitting 20 home runs this season and leading the league in OPS. The Guardians will have a first-round bye and await the winner of the Wild Card series.

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