On the 13th of July, 2024, Tropicana Field will host an intriguing MLB showdown as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Tampa Bay Rays at 4:10 PM, despite the expected light rain. Gavin Williams is set to pitch for the Guardians, carrying a 4.821 ERA. The Rays will counter with Zack Littell, who holds a 4.437 ERA.

In the AL Central Division, the Guardians top the table with a record of 57 wins and 36 losses, achieving a .610 winning percentage. They currently hold a home record of 30-11 and have a more modest 27-25 record on the road. On the flip side, the Tampa Bay Rays sit 9th in the AL East Division, holding a balanced 47-47 record, translating to a .500 winning percentage. The Rays have a balanced 26-26 home record, with an identical 21-21 mark away from their turf.

Turning to the betting odds, the game presents some intriguing numbers. The point spread is set at 1.5, and the Over/Under for total runs scored is 7.5. For those looking at moneyline bets, the Guardians are slightly favored with a line of -112, while the Rays closely trail with a -105. These figures suggest a closely matched contest that could potentially swing either way, making it an exciting prospect for bettors and fans alike.