League & Division:
The Cleveland Indians compete in the American League Central Division with the Chicago White Sox, Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins.
Ballpark:
Jacobs Field- Capacity: 43,345
- Opened in: 1994
- Ballpark owner: Cuyahoga County, Ohio
- Construction cost: $175 million
History:
The franchise was founded in 1901 as a charter member of the American League.
Memorable Moments:
- The 1954 Indians won 111 games, a record that stood until 1998. The Indians were upset in the World Series by the New York Giants in four games.
- In the strike-shortened 1995 season, the Indians went 100-44 and advanced to their first World Series in 41 years, but lost to the Atlanta Braves in six games. The team came two outs away from a title in 1997, leading in Game 7 against the Florida Marlins, but blew the one-run lead and lost in 11 innings.
Championships:
Playoff appearances: 10 (1920, 1948, 1954, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2007)
Division champions: 7 (1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2007)
American League pennants: 5 (1920, 1948, 1954, 1995, 1997)
World Series titles: 2 (1920, 1948)
Wild-card berths: 0
Spring Training:
The Indians are a member of the Grapefruit League and play spring training games at Chain O’ Lakes Stadium in Winter Haven, Florida.
Famous Past Players:
- Bob Feller
- Lou Boudreau
- Earl Averill
- Larry Doby
- Albert Belle
Top Current Players:
Leadership:
Owner: Larry Dolan
General Manager: Mark Shapiro
Manager: Eric Wedge
