The Cleveland Indians are a long shot at +10000 to win the AL Central, and here's why betting on them isn't recommended:

Current Position:

• Record: 53-54 (2nd in AL Central)
• 9.5 games behind Chicago White Sox
• 10th best winning percentage (.495) in American League
• 7 games back in Wild Card race

Key Statistics:

• Offense ranks 19th (4.28 runs/game)
• Batting: .230 avg (26th), .399 SLG (18th), .297 OBP (29th)
• Pitching: 4.53 ERA (21st)
• Run differential: -37 (19th)

Recent Developments:

• Traded away key players at deadline (Cesar Hernandez, Eddie Rosario)
• Manager Terry Francona stepped away for health reasons
• 4-6 in last 10 games, 2-4 in August

Remaining Schedule:

• 5th easiest remaining schedule (.485 opponent win%)
• 5 games left vs. White Sox (all at home)
• Currently 7-7 head-to-head vs. Chicago

Analysis: Despite having Jose Ramirez (.254/.341/.525, 24 HR, 65 RBI) and an easier remaining schedule, Fangraphs gives the Indians just a 0.3% chance to win the division. Their trade deadline moves signal they've given up on 2021. Save your money and avoid this bet.

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