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Yankees to Face Guardians in Three-Game Series Showdown: New York Favored in Matchup

The New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians will face off in a three-game series starting on Monday, pitting two of last season's division champions against each other. The Yankees, currently 13-8, will be starting Clarke Schmidt (4.76 ERA) while the 11-9 Guardians will be sending out Gavin Williams (4.58 ERA). New York is the favorite with a -120 opening line. Stay tuned for our prediction on this showdown between two strong teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Yankees -120 | Guardians +106
• Spread: Yankees -1.5 (+142) | Guardians +1.5 (-164)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 55%.

New York vs Cleveland Stats

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees had a successful run, winning five straight games before being defeated by the Tampa Bay Rays on a walk off home run by Jonathan Aranda. Despite this setback, the Yankees previously swept the Royals and won the first two games against Tampa. They currently hold a record of 13-8, placing them at the top of the AL East with a one-game lead over Toronto. Aaron Judge continues to be a standout player, leading the team in various offensive categories. Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Paul Goldschmidt are also contributing to the team's success. Clarke Schmidt, a right hander, will make his second start of the season. The team is ranked 2nd in offense, 20th in defense, and have a power ranking of 7.

Cleveland Guardians Analysis

The Cleveland Guardians are currently in a close race with the Detroit Tigers for first place in the AL Central, with the Guardians trailing by 1.5 games. Cleveland has a four game lead over the third place Royals, with the Twins and White Sox at the bottom. The Guardians recently won two games in Pittsburgh, including a victory over Paul Skenes where Kyle Manzardo hit a home run. Manzardo, a 24-year old player, has shown power with five home runs and 13 RBIs, although his batting average is currently .194. Jose Ramirez is close behind with four home runs and nine RBIs. Steven Kwan is the team's leadoff hitter, leading the team in hits with a .329 batting average and three home runs. Gavin Williams, a 25-year old right hander, will make his fifth start of the season with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 4.58. The Guardians have a power ranking of 14 and are ranked 20th for offense and 15th for defense, with an overall record of 11-9. The New York team recently went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Cleveland.

New York Yankees on Winning Streak and Welcoming Back Clarke Schmidt for Sunday Match against Cleveland

The New York Yankees have been on a winning streak, securing victories in five of their last six games leading up to their upcoming match on Sunday. Additionally, they are pleased to welcome back Clarke Schmidt, who is returning to the team following a recovery from a shoulder injury. Schmidt exceeded expectations during his first start by pitching 5.2 innings, demonstrating his readiness to contribute to the team. As the Yankees continue to show confidence in his shoulder, Schmidt's presence is expected to add excitement to their lineup. The team is gearing up to face Cleveland, with Aaron Judge standing out as one of the top hitters in baseball, leading the MLB in batting average. Cleveland's Gavin Williams, on the other hand, struggled in his last start, giving the Yankees a strong chance of securing a victory in the upcoming game. It is advised to place your bet on the Yankees emerging victorious.

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