Guardians Seek Series Sweep Against Tigers: August 11 Betting Guide

Guardians Seek Series Sweep Against Tigers: August 11 Betting Guide

By Michael Peterson

December 18, 2024 at 05:22 PM

The Cleveland Guardians (57-52) aim to complete a three-game sweep against the Detroit Tigers (43-68) at Comerica Park. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m.

Game Details & Betting Odds:

  • Guardians ML: -161
  • Tigers ML: +148
  • Run Line: Tigers +1.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under: 8.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

  • Guardians: Zach Plesac (2-10, 4.49 ERA, 1.35 WHIP)

    • Last win: June 5
    • Current streak: 3 straight losses
  • Tigers: Garrett Hill (2-3, 5.12 ERA, 1.39 WHIP)

    • Last start: Win vs Rays (1 run, 6 hits, 5.2 innings)

Key Stats & Trends:

  • Guardians have won 7 of their last 10 games
  • Tigers rank last in MLB scoring (3.21 runs/game)
  • Guardians are 5-0 in last 5 vs Tigers
  • Guardians are 6-2 in last 8 road games

Notable Matchups:

  • Riley Greene vs Plesac: 2-for-5, HR, 3 RBI
  • Jose Ramirez (CLE): .283/.354/.547, 21 HR, 88 RBI
  • Steven Kwan & Josh Naylor: Only Guardians with hits vs Hill

The Guardians look to maintain their AL Central lead while the Tigers begin a new era after dismissing GM Al Avila. Cleveland aims to build momentum before heading to Toronto for their weekend series.

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