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Yankees Set to Face Guardians in Crucial Three-Game Series at Yankee Stadium

The Guardians and Yankees, two playoff contenders, will face off in a three-game series starting on Tuesday in the Bronx. Cleveland holds a two-game lead over Minnesota in the AL Central with a record of 72-52, while New York is tied with Baltimore in the AL East at 73-52. Matthew Boyd will take the mound for the Guardians with a 1.69 ERA, while Luis Gil will start for the Yankees with a 3.25 ERA. The game is set to begin at 7:05 EST at Yankee Stadium, with New York being the betting favorite at -160.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Guardians +147 | Yankees -160
• Spread: Guardians +1.5 (-149) | Yankees -1.5 (+131)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 62%.

Cleveland vs New York Stats

Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians recently suffered a three-game sweep at the hands of the Milwaukee Brewers, tightening up the AL Central race. Despite some ups and downs, the team has shown improvement in their pitching, with a 3.90 team ERA over 13 games. The offense has struggled, scoring 45 runs in their last 13 games and ranking 11th in the AL. Steven Kwan has been a standout player, with a .316 batting average and a .374 OBP. The bullpen has been a strength for the team, with a 2.67 ERA and 42 saves. Injuries have impacted the team, with LHP Sam Hentges currently being reevaluated after feeling something in a recent rehab start. With a power ranking of 16, Cleveland is ranked 13 in offense, second in defense, and have a 72-52 record this season.

New York Yankees Analysis

The New York Yankees have had a roller coaster second half of the season, with highs and lows. Currently on a two-game losing streak, they previously had a three-game win streak. Their offense has been strong, scoring 52 runs in the last two weeks with a team batting average of .253 and AL-best 54 walks. The team leads the American League in runs scored and ranks second in home runs. Pitching has also been solid, with a team ERA of 3.79 and a 6-6 record in the last 12 games. The team is currently 73-52 overall with a #6 power ranking. Injuries include shortstop Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the 10-day IL with an elbow sprain. The Yankees recently lost 2 out of 3 matchups against Cleveland.

Yankees Favored to Win Against Cleveland Guardians in Home Matchup

In the upcoming matchup between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians, history suggests that the Yankees have had a strong performance at home against their opponents. Despite Cleveland's Boyd making a notable return and posting a solid beginning in his last game, facing the Yankees' formidable lineup on the road may present a challenge for him due to his past performance away from home. In contrast, Gil has been demonstrating consistent strength at Yankee Stadium this season, making him a reliable candidate for a strong performance. With the Yankees holding a 7-3 record in their last ten games against the Guardians, the odds seem to be in favor of the Yankees for the upcoming game. Based on these factors, it appears that the Yankees are the favored pick in this matchup.

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