CLEVELAND, Ohio — Despite suffering a 7-3 setback in their series opener against Texas, the Guardians have a chance Saturday to clinch their 15th postseason appearance since 1995.

Houston’s 4-3 loss to the Angels late Friday dropped Cleveland’s magic number to clinch at least a wild card spot to 1. If the Guardians beat the Rangers on Saturday night or the Astros fall in Los Angeles, Cleveland’s ticket is punched.

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