Guardians Pushing Unexpected Season Into Postseason, Will Have Chance to End Series Title Drought

The Cleveland Guardians celebrate after their 10-inning win over the Minnesota Twins in a baseball game in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sept. 19, 2024. Nick Cammett/AP Photo

CLEVELAND—Soaked to the skin from being sprayed with Champagne and beer, manager Stephen Vogt stood in the middle of the clubhouse and triumphantly lifted a fake jeweled championship belt over his head like a conquering boxer.

Cleveland will fight for a real one in October.