American League Central Preview 2017

By Tyler Smith

Here are our current projections. The final projections and full previews will be up March 1st. ​

#1 Cleveland Indians

Stadium: Progressive Field (37,675)
Manager: Terry Francona
General Manager: Mike Chernoff
2016 Record: 94-67
Projected 2017 Record:

Who’s Next: (minor League player)


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#2 Kansas City Royals

#3 Detroit Tigers

Stadium: 41,782
Manager: Brad Ausmus
General Manager: Al Avila
2016 Record: 86-75
Projected 2017 Record:

Who’s Next: (minor League player)

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#4 Chicago White Sox

Stadium: US Cellular Field (40,615)
Manager: Robin Ventura
General Manager: Rick Hahn
2016 Record: 78-84
Projected 2017 Record:

Who’s Next: (minor League player)

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#5 Minnesota Twins

Stadium: Target Field (39,504)
Manager: Paul Molitor
General Manager: Thad Levine
2016 Record: 59-103
Projected 2017 Record:

Who’s Next: (minor League player)

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Final Thoughts: