The AL Central race is entering its final stretch with less than 20 games remaining. Here's a detailed breakdown of each contender's odds and outlook:

Cleveland Guardians (-1429)

• Current record: 80-67
• Lead division by 4 games
• 15 games remaining
• 6th easiest remaining schedule (.467 opponent win %)
• Key stats: 4.15 runs scored/game (22nd), 3.97 runs allowed/game (8th)
• Remaining schedule: 3 vs White Sox, 3 vs Rays, 6 vs Royals, 3 vs Rangers

Chicago White Sox (+900)

• 4 games behind Cleveland
• Key matchups: 3 vs Guardians, 6 vs Twins
• Additional games: 3 vs Padres, 5 vs Tigers
• Team stats: 4.34 runs/game (16th), 3.91 runs allowed/game (15th)
• Struggling with consistency despite talented roster

Minnesota Twins (+10000)

• Current record: 73-74
• 7 games behind Cleveland
• Road record: 30-42
• Key stats: 4.35 runs/game (15th), 4.20 runs allowed/game (13th)
• Remaining schedule includes 6 vs White Sox, 3 each vs Tigers, Royals, Angels
• Pitching injuries forcing reliance on rookie starters

Final Analysis: While the Guardians hold a commanding position, both Chicago and Minnesota remain mathematically alive with head-to-head matchups remaining. Barring a major collapse, Cleveland appears poised to claim their first AL Central title since 2018.

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