Fri Sep 19 23:50:00 UTC 2025: **Guardians Complete Sweep of Tigers, Tighten AL Central Race**
**DETROIT** – A seventh-inning, two-run home run by José Ramírez propelled the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday, completing a three-game sweep at Comerica Park. The win dramatically tightens the American League Central race, with Cleveland now just 3 1/2 games behind Detroit for the division lead.
The Guardians, riding a season-high seven-game winning streak, showcased impressive pitching, as Tanner Bibee matched Tigers’ ace Tarik Skubal, allowing just one run over six innings. Jhonkensy Noel also contributed with a game-tying solo home run earlier in the game.
The victory marks a significant turnaround for Cleveland, who trailed the Tigers by as much as 15 1/2 games earlier in the season. Now, a crucial three-game series awaits next week in Cleveland, potentially deciding the fate of both teams’ playoff aspirations.
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