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Latest news on baseball teams in the American League Central, one of the three divisions of the American League of Major League Baseball in North America.
The American League Central (AL Central) is one of the six divisions in Major League Baseball (MLB) and consists of five teams located in the central part of the United States. Established in 1994 as part of the American League, the division has a strong baseball heritage and includes some iconic franchises. The teams in the AL Central are:
Chicago White Sox: Based in Chicago, Illinois, the White Sox were established in 1901. The team has won three World Series championships (1906, 1917, and 2005) and is known for its black, white, and silver colour scheme, as well as its passionate fan base that shares the city with the rival Chicago Cubs.
Cleveland Guardians: Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the Guardians were established in 1901 as the Cleveland Indians before adopting their new name in 2021. They have won two World Series championships (1920 and 1948) and are known for their navy blue, red, and white colour scheme.
Detroit Tigers: Based in Detroit, Michigan, the Tigers were established in 1901 and are one of the oldest continuous one-name, one-city franchises in the American League. The team has won four World Series championships (1935, 1945, 1968, and 1984) and is known for its navy blue, orange, and white colours.
Kansas City Royals: Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Royals were established in 1969 as an expansion team. They have won two World Series championships (1985 and 2015) and are known for their royal blue, gold, and white colour scheme, as well as their dedicated fan base.
Minnesota Twins: Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the Twins were established in 1901 as the Washington Senators before relocating to Minnesota in 1961. The team has won three World Series championships (1924 as the Senators, 1987, and 1991 as the Twins) and is known for its navy blue, red, and white colour scheme, as well as their passionate fan base.
The AL Central is known for its intense rivalries, particularly between the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Guardians, as well as its rich baseball history. The division has produced numerous pennant winners and World Series champions, showcasing the competitive nature of the teams within it.
In this dedicated American League central feed you can find all the latest fixtures, results, team news, standings, interviews and general updates on the Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins.