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Phillies Look to Continue Dominance as They Face Cleveland Guardians in Exciting Matchup

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to kick off their series against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday at 6:40 PM Eastern. The Guardians have been on a hot streak, winning three of their last four games. Ben Lively will be on the mound for the Guardians, sporting an ERA of 3.57, while Cristopher Sanchez will be starting for the Phillies with an ERA of 2.89. Philadelphia is the betting favorite opening at -162, with the current line at Philadelphia -164. It will be an exciting matchup to watch.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Guardians +150 | Phillies -164
• Spread: Guardians +1.5 (-140) | Phillies -1.5 (+123)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 62%.

Cleveland vs Philadelphia Stats

Cleveland Guardians

Cleveland Guardians were shut out in their series finale against Detroit, managing only four hits and scoring a total of nine runs in the four-game series. Gavin Williams started the game, allowing three runs on six hits over six innings while striking out nine. RHP Ben Lively is set to start the next game, holding an 8-6 record with a 3.57 ERA. Lively has struggled on the road, with a 4.27 ERA and 10 homers allowed in as many starts. Despite a strong June, Lively is 1-2 in July with a 5.32 ERA. Cleveland's offense averages 4.66 runs per game and ranks 11th in the league. They have been hitting below average in July, with fewer home runs and extra-base hits. However, they rank top five in strikeouts per game, helping them drive runs home consistently. Overall, Cleveland has a power ranking of 22, ranking 11th in offense, 4th in defense, and holding a 61-41 record for the season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

In the series wrap-up, Philadelphia fell to Minnesota despite Nick Castellanos leading the team with a 3-4 performance and Trea Turner hitting a home run. Aaron Nola started the game and allowed one run over six innings. LHP Christopher Sanchez is expected to start the next game for Philadelphia, with a 7-5 record and 2.97 ERA. Although Sanchez has been strong at home, his performance in July has been less consistent. Philadelphia is currently 5th in the league for offense, averaging 4.9 runs per game, and 3rd for collective batting average. Despite hitting well at home and being patient at the plate, they have struggled to drive runners in scoring position. The Phillies have a power ranking of 21 and Cleveland went 1-2 in their last three matchups against them.

Philadelphia Phillies Look to Dominate Home Game Against Struggling Guardians Offense

The Philadelphia Phillies have been performing exceptionally well at home this season and are set to take on the struggling Guardians offense in their upcoming game. The Guardians have experienced a decline in their home run and extra-base hit rates throughout July, providing an opportunity for the Phillies to maintain their strong offensive momentum. Additionally, Sanchez has demonstrated remarkable performance while playing at home, whereas Lively has struggled with a high home run rate. It is anticipated that the Phillies offense will continue to demonstrate cohesiveness and success in their upcoming home game. Therefore, it is advisable to consider betting on the Philadelphia Phillies to win.

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