The Cleveland Guardians are set to meet the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on September 4, 2024, starting at 7:40 PM, under clear skies. Ben Lively, with an ERA of 3.916, will take the mound for the Guardians, while the Royals will counter with Seth Lugo, who holds an ERA of 3.117.

Currently, the Guardians are second in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 80-59, enjoying a winning percentage of .580. They lead the division in games, with a record of 24-20, and have won six of their last 10 matches, accompanied by a three-game winning streak. The Guardians boast a solid home record of 43-25 and a fair record of 37-34 in road games. They have secured 33 wins during daytime games against 47 during nighttime.

On the other side, the Royals are sixth in the same division, posting a record of 75-65, which gives them a .540 winning percentage. They are third in the division with 29 wins and 16 losses and have had a tougher time recently, with just three wins in their last 10 games and currently suffering from a seven-game losing streak. The Royals’ home advantage is notable with a record of 41-30, and they are evenly matched on the road with 34-35. Their offense has managed to score 666 runs, while their defense has given up 581.

As for the betting odds, the Guardians are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under set at 8.5. For those wagering on money lines, the Royals are marked at -139 owing to their slightly better run record, despite their recent form, whereas the Guardians are placed at +118, reflecting their consistent performance making them a potential underdog worth watching.