The Cleveland Guardians are in a critical phase of their season, making strategic moves to improve their chances of playoff qualification. With the final two weeks approaching, the Guardians have shuffled their pitching rotation, elevating Gavin Williams and Tanner Bibee to start Wednesday and Thursday’s games against the Detroit Tigers, who currently lead the AL Central. Williams will face Jack Flaherty, and Bibee will go against Tarik Skubal, who is returning from injury and has previously held the Guardians scoreless in two starts this season. The Guardians are fighting to make up ground in the division and wild card standings, with a record of 79-71, trailing the Red Sox and Tigers. The Tigers, with an 85-66 record, are on the verge of clinching the division, but the Guardians aim to keep their postseason hopes alive by winning key games. The Tigers have also faced injury setbacks, with Skubal recovering from a side injury, while the Guardians have several players on the injured list. The upcoming games are crucial, with the Guardians looking to capitalize on their top starters’ performances to stay competitive in the playoff race.