Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 8/20/24 – The race for playoff positioning is hotting up as we approach the last few months of the MLB season, with Cleveland Guardians (72-52) and New York Yankees (73-52) set to meet in a tantalizing clash at Yankee Stadium. Something is fascinating about this particular clash because both teams have almost equal records. For some people looking for the handicapper’s best previews, this game presents a perfect example of late-season baseball at its highest level.
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 8/20/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Tuesday, August 20 at 7:05 PM ET |
| Where: | Yankee Stadium |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Cleveland Guardians (72-52) vs. New York Yankees (73-52)
This game will start with the Cleveland Guardians having a modest team batting average of .238 and solid pitching staff with an ERA of 3.73. In addition, their current form indicates a team that is struggling and finding it difficult to win, especially when they are not playing at home. When one looks into their numbers, it is clear that the Guardians have pitched well as part of their strategy, just as there are some tactical nuances in the Red Sox – Astros encounter.
Alternatively, the New York Yankees have quite a productive offensive lineup, hitting .252 and boasting impressive slugging numbers like 188 home runs. The figures indicate the difference between the Yankees’ (.335) on-base percentage and slugging percentage, which stands at (.438) compared to those of the Guardians, thus suggesting an offense capable of changing games swiftly, similar to how things play out in the Angels vs. Royals matchup today.
Matthew Boyd (0-0, 1.69 ERA) vs. Luis Gil (14-5, 3.25 ERA)
Matthew Boyd started for the Guardians with no recorded wins and losses but an impressive 1.69 ERA over a few innings this season. However, Boyd’s 5.1 innings pitched has produced a low 0.56 WHIP, suggesting that if he could sustain his form, Matthew is capable of dominating games; still, the absence of bases on balls or homers admitted indicates careful management of through pitch defense by him. His temperament and ability to perform under pressure will be important in facing off with the hard-hitting Yankee line-up.
Luis Gil, on the other hand, has had a decent year for himself, posting a record of 14-5 with an ERA of 3.25. Having been involved in pitching for 121.2 innings this season, his strikeouts have amounted to about one hundred 41. At the same time, 6 walks tell occasional control problems he faces as well as where he needs correction when playing against teams that do not have much discipline in batting average but are terribly disciplined when it comes to plate discipline, such as the Guardians.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: New York Yankees -1.5 +131, Total Odds: 8.5
The current betting odds favor the Yankees slightly, likely due to their home advantage and superior offensive stats. The over/under suggests a moderate scoring game, aligning with both teams’ recent trends of games going UNDER the total.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
Cleveland has struggled to secure wins recently, going 5-10 in their last 15 games. Their record against the Yankees is also concerning, with a 1-4 SU in their last five matchups. This trend suggests difficulties in handling teams with powerful line-ups, which could be problematic at Yankee Stadium.
New York Yankees Betting Trends
The Yankees have been more consistent, holding a 13-7 SU record in their last 20 games. Their performance at home has been a mix of high-scoring games and solid pitching, creating a challenging environment for visiting teams. Their historical advantage over the Guardians at home is another factor to consider in this matchup.
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 8/20/24 Betting Picks
The Yankees will exploit their home-field advantage and offensive capability in a bid to take advantage of trends and team strengths. But it should be noted that Guardians’ pitching might make this game closer than the odds imply. It will, therefore, be important to monitor the early innings of each team’s starters for indications of how the game is headed.
Those who want dependable picks on bets and free MLB picks can consider choosing the New York Yankees, although they are at risk given their similar close records. Further, going under on total runs could also be a wise decision based on the current forms of both teams. Therefore, there are prop bets involving strikeouts as well as specific innings which would offer better value-added returns.