On September 8, 2024, at 4:10 PM, the Cleveland Guardians are set to clash with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium under clear skies. Tanner Bibee will lead the pitching for the Guardians, entering the game with an ERA of 3.564, while Jack Flaherty will take the mound for the Dodgers, boasting an ERA of 3.007.

In the 2024 AL Central standings, the Guardians hold third place with an 81-61 record, showing a solid performance with a .570 winning percentage and ranking first in the division with a 24-21 record. Their recent games reveal a form of 6 wins in their last 10 outings, despite coming off a loss in their last game. The Guardians have notched 43 wins at home and 38 on the road, achieving 33 wins in daytime games against 48 in nighttime settings. They’ve scored 641 runs while conceding 567.

Conversely, the Dodgers sit atop the NL West division standings at 85-57, yielding a .600 winning percentage and also holding the first place in their division record of 24-19. With a current winning streak and 7 victories in their last 10 games, the Dodgers have demonstrated robust performance, especially at home with a 46-25 record and 59 wins in night games against 26 in the daytime. They’ve accumulated 709 runs, outpacing the 594 runs they’ve allowed.

Focusing on the odds, the game presents an intriguing scenario. The point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Dodgers, with an over/under at 8.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately scoring game. For those looking at moneyline bets, the Dodgers are favored with -159, while the Guardians are considered underdogs at +134. This sets up a potentially tight contest, reflecting the statistical accomplishments and recent form of both teams.