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Guardians Reunite 2016 AL Pennant Team for 10-Year Tribute in Cleveland

Players voiced pride in the run despite lingering pain from the Game 7 loss.

Jun 20, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Corey Kluber (28) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • The reunion, which began Friday at Progressive Field, brought back nearly the entire 2016 roster along with former manager Terry Francona.
  • The 2016 club went 94-67, won the AL Central, and beat Boston and Toronto to reach the World Series.
  • Cleveland led the Series 3-1 and saw Rajai Davis tie Game 7 with a late homer before the Cubs won 8-7 in the 10th.
  • Players again pointed to the trade for Andrew Miller as the turning point, noting his 1.55 ERA in 26 games and a 1.40 ERA across 10 postseason outings.
  • Reflections from Francona and Corey Kluber framed the season as special for a fan base still waiting since 1948 for a title, even as the near-miss still hurts.