Guardians face Royals in final series of the season

The Cleveland Guardians are set to play their final series of the season against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium, starting today. The Guardians, at 83-76, have already clinched a playoff spot and lead the division by one game. They have struggled offensively, ranking 27th in runs scored per game, yet excelled in pitching with a 3.48 ERA. The Royals, with a 68-91 record, are finishing the season in last place. The Guardians will rely on pitcher Gavin Williams, who leads MLB with 244 strikeouts, as the season concludes.

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