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Scheduled for a 6:40 PM start at Comerica Park on July 10, 2024, the Cleveland Guardians are ready to take on the Detroit Tom Baird Cross Country Classic. The forecast predicts light rain, potentially adding an extra layer of challenge to the game. Taking the mound for Cleveland will be Tanner Bibee, who currently holds an impressive 3.673 ERA. Facing him from the Tigers will be Reese Rainy Day Olson, coming in with a slightly better ERA of 3.221.
In the standings for the 2024 AL Central Division, the Guardians proudly sit atop with a record of 57-33, translating to a leading .63 winning percentage. Their competitive edge is highlighted by their 15-11 record within the division. Recently, they’ve shown solid performance, garnering six wins in their last 10 outings, and are riding a wave from a recent victory. Their home and away records also reflect their robust gameplay, with a dominating 30-11 at home and a respectable 27-22 on the road. Their performances vary with the time of day, possessing 25 daytime wins against 32 in nighttime matches. Overall, the Guardians have managed to score 445 runs while conceding 348.
On the other hand, the Detroit Tigers are positioned 11th in the same division with a 43-49 record, giving them a .47 winning percentage. They rank fourth in the division based on their 14-13 divisional record. The Tigers mirror the Guardians’ recent form with six wins in their last 10 games but are currently on a losing streak. The team’s home and away splits stand at 20-23 and 23-26, respectively, with a close tally of 22 day wins to 21 at night. They have scored a total of 380 runs and allowed 399.
Betting odds for this matchup are intriguing. The point spread is set at 1.5, favoring the Cleveland Guardians, while the over/under for the game is pegged at 7.5 runs. For those betting on outright wins, the Detroit Tigers are priced at +123 on the moneyline, indicating a less favored stance compared to the Guardians’ -145. These odds suggest a potentially close game, with a slight edge given to the away team, the Guardians.
