Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians are a professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio, competing in the American League Central Division of Major League Baseball (MLB). Founded in 1901 as the Cleveland Blues, the franchise has undergone several name changes, becoming the Cleveland Indians in 1915 and rebranding to the Cleveland Guardians in 2022. The team plays its home games at Progressive Field, known for its passionate fan base and the iconic 'Believeland' spirit. The Guardians have won two World Series championships (1920, 1948) and have made multiple postseason appearances, including a recent run to the American League Division Series in 2024. Known for strong pitching development and a gritty, contact-oriented offense, the Guardians consistently compete in a tough division alongside rivals like the Minnesota Twins and Chicago White Sox.