On the evening of September 13, 2024, at 7:10 PM, the Tampa Bay Rays are set to compete against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field under clear skies. The pitching matchup will feature Zack Littell for the Rays, who enters the game with an ERA of 3.894, against the Guardians’ Tanner Bibee, who boasts an ERA of 3.565.
In the 2024 American League East Division, the Rays are currently placed 10th with a record of 72-75, indicating a .490 winning percentage. Among divisional games, they’ve recorded 19 wins to 24 losses. Recently, the Rays have shown some resilience, winning 5 of their last 10 games and are currently enjoying a one-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 37-38, while their road games show a slightly lower performance with 35 wins against 37 losses. Their day game wins total 30, against a stronger performance in night games at 42 wins. The Rays have managed to score 566 runs but have conceded 625 runs so far.
The Cleveland Guardians occupy the 2nd position in the AL Central Division, holding an 84-63 record, which reflects a .570 winning percentage. At the top of their division, they’ve won 27 games and lost 21. The Guardians have garnered 6 wins in their last 10 outings, despite a recent loss. Playing at home, they have a solid record of 43-26, and on the road, a respectable 41-37. The Guardians’ performance in day games resulted in 33 wins, whereas their night games significantly outweigh with 51 wins. The team’s offense has collected 659 runs, with their defense conceding 583.
As for the betting odds, the point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Guardians, with the over/under for the game at 7.5. The money line sees the Tampa Bay Rays at +148, indicating their underdog status, while the Cleveland Guardians are favored with a money line of -175. These statistics provide insightful indicators for both seasoned bettors and casual fans, suggesting a competitive match with a slight edge towards the home team.