Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians Game 1 8/7/24 – It’s a hot MLB season and the Arizona Diamondbacks (61-52) are ready to take on Cleveland Guardians (67-45) in an eagerly awaited game slated for Wednesday, August 7, 2024. They have a good record against each other and both teams come into this match with strong records. This is where the Progressive Field alien will deliver its thrilling encounter to those enthusiasts who were looking for free MLB game picks.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians Game 1 8/7/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 1:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Progressive Field |
| TV: | TBD |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Arizona Diamondbacks (61-52) vs. Cleveland Guardians (67-45)
This game features the Diamondbacks, who have a batting average of .258 and 131 home runs, which is supported by a .426 slugging percentage. Their offensive lineup has consistently put runs on the board, accumulating 582 runs so far this season. Nevertheless, their pitching staff seems to be vulnerable with a 1.34 WHIP and ERA of 4.53 especially when playing against high profile teams.
On the flip side, the Cleveland Guardians slightly lower team batting average stands at .242; however, they have been able to maintain competitiveness through 126 home runs and more efficient pitching staff outlined in stronger ERAs of about (3.73) and (1.22) WHIPs for instance. This level of control allowed them to restrict opponents to an average of .234 while suppressing opposing batters’ capabilities.
Brandon Pfaadt (5-6, 3.97 ERA) vs. Ben Lively (10-6, 3.42 ERA)
Diamondbacks Brandon Pfaadt has kept a healthy 3.97 ERA in his 131.1 innings pitched so far, despite a lower win-loss record than some others. In managing games effectively, his WHIP is 1.13 with 118 strikeouts though it becomes difficult to maintain control over the power hitters who knocked down fifteen home runs off his pitches this season. The key for Pfaadt will be maintaining his levels of walk and hence keeping the Guardians’ line-up in check.
On the other hand, Ben Lively of the Guardians is outstanding with an ERA of 3.42 and a win-loss record of 10-6 for Arizona’s division rival club. Over 105.1 innings he has maintained a WHIP rate of 1.15 and very low rates against opponents that are crucial because Diamondbacks feature sluggers on their line-up card most days.. What this means is that if he continues at this level there could be no stopping him all game long as it would determine what pace the rest play.
When these two pitchers clash, the matchup presents a classic offense vs. defense scenario. Pfaadt’s challenge will be to curb the Guardians’ less explosive but gritty offensive style, while Lively will need to fend off the power-hitting tendencies of the Diamondbacks. The game could pivot on which pitcher better executes under pressure.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Arizona Diamondbacks -1.5 +131, Total Odds: 7.5
The betting odds favor the Diamondbacks slightly in terms of the spread, but the total points suggest expectation for a relatively high-scoring game, likely due to both teams’ recent trends towards high total games.
Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Trends
The Diamondbacks have shown a propensity to exceed total points expectations, with the total going OVER in 8 of their last 9 games. Their 6-1 SU record in their last 7 games also demonstrates their current form, making them a strong contender in this matchup. Moreover, their historical performance against Cleveland suggests confidence, holding an 8-3 SU record in recent meetings.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
Similarly, the Guardians have favored the OVER in their recent games, which aligns with today’s predicted total. However, their 2-4 SU record against National League teams indicates potential struggles against inter-league play, which might give the Diamondbacks an edge.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians 8/7/2024 Betting Picks
Based on the stats and present state of the two teams, it is more advisable to expect a game with many goals. It may be that the Diamondbacks’ powerful batting line-up will give them an edge against the Guardians, especially given the historical head-to-head record favoring Arizona.
If you are a bettor, picking over 7.5 looks like a good idea considering trends shown by both teams recently. In terms of premium pick analysis, -1.5 spread on Arizona is quite tempting when you think about it as they have good enough offense to cover this spread against decent but beatable Guardians pitching staff.