Scheduled for July 25, 2024, the Detroit Tigers will clash with the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Library, starting at 1:10 PM. Amidst expectations of light rain, the teams will battle it out on the field. While the Tigers have yet to announce their starter, the Guardians will send Gavin Williams to the mound, who boasts an ERA of 4.500.

In the American League Central standings of 2024, Detroit finds themselves in 11th with a 50-53 record, translating to a .490 win percentage. The team stands 4th in division play at 17-15, showing a decent form with 6 wins in their last 10 games but currently facing a 2-game losing streak. They maintain a balanced 24-24 record at home and are slightly under .500 on the road with 26 wins and 29 losses, performing better in daytime with 28 wins as compared to 22 during nighttime. With 442 runs scored and 441 conceded, their performance remains competitive.

Contrastingly, the Cleveland Guardians lead the division, boasting a solid 61-40 record, which puts their winning percentage at .604. They are the top team in the division with a 17-14 record and have managed 4 wins in their previous 10 outings, currently enjoying a 2-game win streak. The Guardians have excelled at home with a 33-14 record and have a slightly above .500 performance away with 28-26. They have scored 471 runs and allowed 391, a testament to their strong offensive and defensive line-ups.

In terms of betting odds, the game poses intriguing possibilities. The Guardians are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -180 due to their strong record and home advantage. The over-under for the game is set at 7.5 runs, showing expectancy for a moderately high-scoring game. For those looking to bet on the Tigers, they are positioned with a money line of +150, making them an interesting underdog bet considering their recent performance and ability to handle day games.