The Cleveland Guardians (63-55) host the Chicago White Sox (61-58) in a crucial AL Central matchup, with just 2.5 games separating the division's top three teams. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 pm ET at Progressive Field.

Game Details:

• Money Line: Guardians -132, White Sox +112
• Run Line: White Sox +1.5 (-188)
• Over/Under: 7.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• White Sox: Lance Lynn (3-5, 5.62 ERA, 1.25 WHIP)
• Guardians: Triston McKenzie (8-9, 3.14 ERA, 0.97 WHIP)

Key Stats:

• Guardians home record: 31-24
• White Sox lost last two games, including 21-5 loss to Houston
• Guardians won 7 of their last 10 games

Players to Watch:

• Jose Ramirez (CLE): .281/.351/.534, 22 HR, 98 RBI, 14 SB
• Jose Abreu (CWS): .306/.381/.463, 14 HR, 66 runs
• Seby Zavala vs McKenzie: 2-for-4, 2 HR, 5 RBI
• Ramirez vs Lynn: .348 (23 AB), 3 HR, 7 RBI

Analysis: The Guardians enter as favorites with momentum on their side, having won 7 of 10. While Lynn has struggled overall this season, he's shown improvement lately with wins in two of his last three starts. McKenzie's consistency gives Cleveland an edge, especially at home. With tough matchups against Cueto and Cease coming up this weekend, the Guardians will aim to capitalize on this favorable pitching matchup.

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