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Cleveland Guardians Favored to Defeat Toronto Blue Jays in Saturday Matchup, Berrios vs. Lively on Mound

In this article previewing the upcoming Cleveland Guardians vs. Toronto Blue Jays series, it is noted that the Guardians will continue their matchup against the Blue Jays on Saturday with the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 PM Eastern. Jose Berrios, with an ERA of 3.13, will be starting for the Blue Jays while Ben Lively, with an ERA of 3.02, will be starting for the Guardians. Cleveland opens as the betting favorite at -128, with the current line at Cleveland -142. Please note that this information was provided before Friday's game took place.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +129 | Guardians -142
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-165) | Guardians -1.5 (+145)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 59%.

Toronto vs Cleveland Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays were swept by the Red Sox in a 3-7 loss in game three. Despite tallying 10 hits, only Kevin Kiermaier managed to log an RBI, with the other runs coming off errors. Kevin Gausman started the game, allowing four runs over 5.2 innings. RHP Jose Berrios will be starting game two, with a record of 6-5 and an ERA of 3.13 this season. However, Berrios has struggled on the road, allowing 10 of his 14 home runs away from home. Toronto's offense has been lacking, averaging 3.88 runs per game and hitting below the league average on the road. While they have shown discipline at the plate with walks, their ability to drive runners home has been a challenge. Currently ranked 27th in offense and 18th in defense, with a 35-40 record this season, the Blue Jays have room for improvement in both offense and defense.

Cleveland Guardians Analysis

Cleveland Guardians recently completed a series with back-to-back wins, with standout performances from players like Will Brennan and Andres Gimenez. RHP Ben Lively will be starting the next game, with a solid record this season despite a recent loss. The Guardians have been strong at home, with an impressive offense averaging nearly five runs per game. Their performance has improved in June, with a higher batting average and maintaining a top 10 ranking in home runs and extra-base hits. They have also displayed discipline at the plate, ranking highly in both walks received and strikeouts per game. This has contributed to their success so far this season, with a power ranking of 7 and solid rankings for offense and defense. Their upcoming matchup against Toronto promises to be competitive.

Cleveland's Strong Hitting and Lively's Consistent Performance Pose Challenges for Toronto in Upcoming Match

Cleveland's strong hitting in recent games has been notable, particularly with Lively's consistent performance at home despite a slight decline in June. His impressive low home run rate poses a challenge for Toronto's batters. On the other hand, Berrios has shown vulnerability during daytime games and away matches. Given the Guardians' current strong hitting form and Berrios' monthly on-base average of around .300, it is likely that Cleveland will perform favorably in this match. Considering these factors, a reasonable expectation is that Cleveland will secure a victory in this game.

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