The American League Central division, once considered the weakest, had three playoff teams in 2024. Heading into 2025, star power abounds with players like Bobby Witt Jr., Tarik Skubal, and José Ramírez. The Twins, Guardians, Tigers, and Royals are all contenders, with the Twins facing questions about player health, the Guardians relying on their bullpen, and the Tigers fielding a promising lineup. Each team has the potential to break the World Series drought in the division. Jace Jung will start the season in the minors for the Tigers, who have a projected rotation featuring Tarik Skubal, Jack Flaherty, Reese Olson, Casey Mize, and Kenta Maeda, with Alex Cobb and Jackson Jobe also in the mix. The bullpen includes notable relievers like Jason Foley, Beau Brieske, and Tyler Holton. The Tigers’ late 2024 run raised questions of sustainability, but with a strong bullpen and promising young players like Greene, Meadows, and Torres, they have the potential to continue their success. The Royals, coming off a playoff appearance, aim to take the next step with a lineup led by Jonathan India and Bobby Witt Jr. and a rotation featuring Cole Ragans and Seth Lugo, while the White Sox, after a historically bad season, look to improve behind a lineup led by Mike Tauchman and Luis Robert Jr. and a rotation led by Sean Burke and Martín Pérez. the text you provide.
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There was concern in Yankeeland that Aaron Judge might be lost for the season, prompting potential trade talks, but he is expected to return in about ten days after being diagnosed with a flexor strain. While the Yankees currently have an 84.6% playoff chance, Brian Cashman may opt for modest roster improvements rather than a full push for the current season, particularly as the team’s championship viability is questioned. Want More Context? 🔎
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