The Cleveland Indians are riding a six-game win-streak and sit atop the American League Central Division with a 2.5 game advantage over the Kansas City Royals heading into Tuesday night’s action.
Some are skeptical that the Tribe can keep this streak rolling, but there are a number of factors why this recent success is not just a flash-in-the-pan, and the Cleveland Indians are no fluke.
Here are ten reasons why the Indians are legitimate contenders.
1.) American League is Ripe for the Taking
If you had the choice to play in the AL or NL, most people would probably go with the AL.