On September 8, 2024, an exciting matchup awaits as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium starting at 4:10 PM under clear skies. Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee, with an ERA of 3.564, will go head-to-head against Los Angeles’s Jack Flaherty, who carries an ERA of 3.007.

The Guardians hold third place in the 2024 AL Central Division with an 81-61 record, reflecting a .570 win percentage. They’ve clinched 24 divisional wins against 21 losses, spearheading their category with top position in division battles. Their performance has showcased resilience with a recent tally of 6 wins in their last 10 games, despite a latest minor setback currently putting them on an L1 streak. On home turf, Cleveland has bagged 43 wins to 25 losses, balancing a slightly weaker 38-36 road record. Their day game record stands at 33 wins opposite their stronger 48 night game victories. Overall, the squad has amassed 641 runs while allowing 567.

Conversely, the Dodgers top the 2024 NL West Division with an 85-57 record, signaling a .600 win rate. They also boast a strong division record of 24 wins to 19 losses and are maintaining form with 7 wins in their last 10 outings alongside a recent W1 streak. With a robust 46-25 home record and a decent 39-32 on the road, their tally marks dominance in night games with 59 wins against 26 during the day. The Dodgers have scored a total of 709 runs and conceded 594.

In terms of betting, the Los Angeles Dodgers are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under set at 8.5. For those looking to place monetary bets, the odds are -159 for the Dodgers and +134 for the Guardians. These stakes highlight the Dodgers’ edge in this contest but also acknowledge the competitive spirit the Guardians are known to bring to the field.