Latest AL Central Championship Odds: Guardians Heavy Favorites at -1429
The AL Central race is entering its final stretch with three teams still in contention. Here's a detailed breakdown of each team's odds and outlook:
Cleveland Guardians (-1429)
- Current record: 80-67
- Lead: 4 games over White Sox, 7 over Twins
- Remaining schedule: 15 games (6th easiest in MLB)
- Key stats: 22nd in scoring (4.15 runs/game), 8th in defense (3.97 runs allowed/game)
- Notable matchups: 3 vs White Sox, 3 vs Rays, 6 vs Royals, 3 vs Rangers
Chicago White Sox (+900)
- Current position: 4 games back
- Schedule strength: Favorable
- Key matchups: 3 vs Guardians, 6 vs Twins, 3 vs Padres, 5 vs Tigers
- Key stats: 16th in scoring (4.34 runs/game), 15th in defense (3.91 runs allowed/game)
- Main challenge: Inconsistent performance throughout season
Minnesota Twins (+10000)
- Current record: 73-74
- Position: 7 games back
- Road record: 30-42
- Key matchups: 6 vs White Sox, 3 each vs Tigers, Royals, Angels
- Key stats: 15th in scoring (4.35 runs/game), 13th in defense (4.20 runs allowed/game)
- Challenge: Relying heavily on rookie pitchers
The Guardians are heavily favored to win their first AL Central title since 2018, but with several head-to-head matchups remaining, the division race isn't completely over.