Andres Gimenez singled in Jose Ramirez to walk-off the Twins for the second straight game in extra innings and Cleveland clinched a spot in the playoffs. The single handed the Guardians a 3-2 win. Minnesota’s offense was woeful in the loss.

Expectations were low for the Cleveland Guardians after Terry Francona walked away as manager following the 2023 season, a campaign that saw the ball club miss the postseason. A strong start to the 2024 season drew some excitement,

The decision was made in the Guardians’ hitters meeting on Thursday morning.. “We said it has to be today,” said second baseman Andres Gimenez. “It has to be today.” The Guardians needed one more win to clinch a playoff spot.