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Cleveland Guardians to Face Off Against Arizona Diamondbacks in Three-Game Series at Progressive Field

On Monday night, the Cleveland Guardians will host the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first of a three-game series at Progressive Field. The Diamondbacks come into the game with a record of 60-52, 3rd in the NL West, while the Guardians sit atop the AL Central with a record of 67-44. Arizona will send RHP Zac Gallen (9-5, 3.56 ERA) to the mound, while Cleveland will counter with LHP Logan Allen (8-4, 5.67 ERA). The first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 EST. The Diamondbacks are the betting favorite with a line of -121 that hasn't moved.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Diamondbacks -121 | Guardians +106
• Spread: Diamondbacks -1.5 (+140) | Guardians +1.5 (-160)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 55%.

Arizona vs Cleveland Stats

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue their successful streak, winning their sixth straight series and boasting a 5-1 record in their last six games. Their offense has been impressive, averaging eight runs per game in their recent matchups. Joc Pederson stood out on Sunday, with a strong performance at the plate, hitting his 17th home run of the season. Despite some struggles in the pitching department, the team has managed to post a 9-4 record in the last two weeks. However, they are currently second-to-last in the NL with a team ERA of 4.52. In terms of rankings, Arizona is at the top in offense, averaging 5.15 runs per game, but is ranked 24th in defense, allowing an average of 4.74 runs per game. As they continue their season with a 59-52 record, they will have to navigate through some injuries, with RHP Bryce Jarvis currently on the injured list due to a strained right elbow.

Cleveland Guardians Analysis

Despite dropping their last two games against the Orioles, the Cleveland Guardians still managed to beat the AL East front-runners twice and win five of their last seven games. Offensively, the team averaged 6.3 runs per game. Over the last month, the club hit just .228 and scored 92 runs in a 25-game stretch, with 40 of those runs coming in the last week. Josh Naylor drove in three runs with one swing of the bat on Sunday, bringing his season total to 24 home runs and 80 RBIs. Naylor leads the team with 40 walks and has reached base in 10 straight games. The Guardians' pitching staff enters the series with a 3.71 team ERA, the third best mark in the American League. In their last two weeks, they went 8-6 with a 3.96 ERA and 127 strikeouts. Cleveland's starting pitching is 36-35 this season with a 4.55 ERA, ranking 12th in the AL. Emmanuel Clase leads the team with 33 saves and has not allowed an earned run in his last nine appearances. However, RHP Tanner Bibee's sore shoulder may land him on the injured list, making him unavailable for the upcoming series. Despite their recent struggles, the Guardians have a power ranking of 25 and are ranked #11 for offense and #3 for defense in the league. Arizona went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Cleveland.

Diamondbacks Gain Momentum as Guardians Struggle: A Look Ahead at Favorable Matchup

The Diamondbacks have shown impressive momentum in the second half of the season, coming off a series of victories and establishing themselves as a strong contender for the title. In contrast, the Guardians have faced recent challenges with a few losses at home. In the upcoming series, the Guardians will have to contend with Gallen, who has a strong track record against Cleveland. Another factor to consider is that Allen will be making his first Major League appearance in a high-pressure situation since July 6th. Considering these factors, it appears that the Diamondbacks have the upper hand in this matchup. Ultimately, based on their recent performances and favorable matchups, the Diamondbacks are poised to continue their winning streak.

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