The Cleveland Guardians are set to clash with the Detroit Tigers on July 8, 2024, at Comerica Park. The first pitch is scheduled for 06:40 PM under broken clouds. Gavin Williams, who has struggled with an ERA of 11.250, will open the pitching for the Guardians. Keider Montero, with a more moderate ERA of 6.600, will counter for the Tigers.
In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Guardians lead with a record of 56-32, achieving a .640 winning percentage, while the Tigers trail with a 42-48 record, standing at a .467 winning percentage. Both teams have shown comparable recent form, each recording five wins in their last ten games, but the Guardians have won their last two games, whereas the Tigers are riding a three-win streak. Offensively, the Guardians have outscored the Tigers this season, tallying 436 runs to the Tigers’ 371.
Focusing on betting odds for this matchup, the point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Guardians. The over/under for the game is placed at 8.5 runs. For those looking to wager, the moneyline is -144 for the Guardians as the away team, suggesting they are the favorites. Conversely, the Tigers are listed at +123 at home, marking them as underdogs in this contest. These odds indicate a competitive game, but with the Guardians slightly favored, bettors might lean towards their stronger divisional record and robust offense when making decisions.