The Cleveland Guardians are set to clash with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on the 7th of September, 2024. The first pitch is slated for 9:10 PM under clear skies. Cleveland’s Gavin Williams, who holds an ERA of 4.551, will take the mound, whereas the Dodgers have yet to announce their starting pitcher.

In the race for the AL Central Division title, the Guardians currently hold the second spot with an 81-60 record, enjoying a 0.57 winning percentage. They top the division charts in games against division foes, with a 24-21 record. Lately, the Guardians have been in fine form, winning six of their last ten games and currently on a one-game winning streak. Their away game performance shows a solid 38-35 record.

Meanwhile, the Dodgers are also second in the NL West Division with an 84-57 record, translating to a 0.60 winning percentage. They’ve won 24 divisional matches and lost 19, putting them on top of the division rankings as well. However, the Dodgers have hit a rough patch with two consecutive losses, although they maintain a strong 45-25 record at home.

Bettors and fans should note the game’s odds: the point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Dodgers, with an over/under of 8.5 runs. The moneyline is +143 for the Guardians as the away team, while it’s -174 for the Dodgers at home, pointing towards a potentially tight contest where the Dodgers are favored but face considerable opposition from the resilient Guardians.