The Cleveland Guardians are on the brink of a monumental achievement, needing just four more wins to reach 10,000 regular-season victories. This would make them only the third American League franchise to hit this mark since the league's 1901 debut, joining the storied Yankees and Red Sox. The Guardians' lineage traces back to the Cleveland Blues, who played in the AL's very first game. While eight National League teams have already surpassed this win total, Cleveland's impending milestone underscores their rich, century-plus history. This pursuit of a historic win count coincides with their current battle for a 2026 playoff berth, adding a compelling narrative to their season.
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