The Guardians looked like they might be sellers after a 10-game skid but an 11-2 stretch has them back into the Wild Card race. So are they a buyer?

As the Cleveland Guardians have played themselves back into wild-card contention in the American League, their desire to sell prior to the trade deadline remains a mystery even though teams are calling them.

Former MLB GM predicts New York Yankees will trade for Cleveland Guardians pitcher with a 3.12 ERA to strengthen their bullpen ahead of the deadline.

BOTTOM LINE: The Cleveland Guardians are looking to build upon a four-game win streak with a victory against the Kansas City Royals. Kansas City has a 50-53 record overall and a 24-26 record at home. Royals hitters are batting a collective .245, which ranks ninth in the AL.

The Guardians had their winning streak snapped, and the Orioles avoided the sweep in a 4-3 Cleveland loss July 24 at Progressive Field.