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Cleveland Guardians and Toronto Blue Jays Set to Conclude Series, Blue Jays Favored to Win with Stable Odds

The Cleveland Guardians and the Toronto Blue Jays are set to finish their three-game series on Sunday afternoon. The Guardians, who won on Friday, will have Ben Lively starting on the mound with a 2.59 ERA. The Blue Jays, who won on Saturday, will counter with Jose Berrios and his 2.93 ERA. Toronto is favored to win with opening odds of -127 that have remained steady.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Guardians +113 | Blue Jays -127
• Spread: Guardians +1.5 (-190) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+165)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 56%.

Cleveland vs Toronto Stats

Cleveland Guardians

The Guardians will have Ben Lively on the mound to wrap up the series against the Blue Jays. Lively has been in top form recently, with impressive performances in his last few outings. The team is concluding a successful road trip, winning games in both Miami and Cincinnati. Cleveland's pitching has been a key factor in their success this season, with Jose Ramirez leading the offense. Ramirez, despite a slight cooling off, continues to have a strong season with impressive home run and RBI numbers. The team's strong offense and solid pitching staff have led them to the top of the AL Central standings. With a power ranking of 1, Cleveland is ranked 4th in offense and 5th in defense, with a record of 44-23 for the season.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios will be taking the mound on Sunday. Despite a recent loss, Berrios has been a standout player for the Blue Jays this season, with a solid ERA and WHIP. However, he has struggled against the Guardians in the past. The Blue Jays have been playing better lately but still have a below .500 record overall. Slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has had some ups and downs this season but is unlikely to be traded. The team's offense and defense rankings are middle of the pack, and they will be facing off against the Cleveland Guardians, who have not fared well against Toronto in recent matchups. Sports betting opportunities and promos are available for those interested.

Cleveland Guardians Face Inconsistency as Trade Deadline Approaches, Toronto Blue Jays Seek to Secure Playoff Spot

The Cleveland Guardians have displayed inconsistency lately, recording a 5-5 record in their most recent ten games. On the other hand, the Toronto Blue Jays have found success in three out of their last five series, including a split. With the trade deadline approaching, the Blue Jays are motivated to secure more wins as they currently sit four games behind a wildcard position. Guardians pitcher Ben Lively has shown reliability, although he has not faced the Blue Jays in his career. Despite Lively's performances, the Guardians have only managed a 3-3 record in games where he has started. Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios has been exceptional, boasting a remarkable 1.81 ERA and a 3-1 record at home. In his last four outings, Berrios has only allowed eight runs in 25.2 innings, contributing to the Blue Jays' 9-5 record in his starts this season.

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