Red Sox vs. Guardians June 26 Game Preview and Betting Odds

Red Sox vs. Guardians June 26 Game Preview and Betting Odds

By Michael Peterson

December 30, 2024 at 04:47 PM

The Cleveland Guardians (36-31) face the Boston Red Sox (41-31) in the series finale at Progressive Field on Sunday at 1:40 p.m. The Red Sox lead the series 2-0 after winning Saturday's game 4-2.

Key Game Details:

  • Betting Odds: Red Sox (-109) vs Guardians (-101)
  • Run Line: Guardians +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under: 9 runs

Pitching Matchup:

  • Red Sox: Rich Hill (3-4, 4.35 ERA, 1.25 WHIP)
  • Guardians: Aaron Civale (7.25 ERA, 1.47 WHIP)

Recent Performance:

  • Red Sox are 8-2 in last 10 games and 21-15 on the road
  • Guardians have dropped to second place in AL Central, one game behind Twins
  • Civale showed improvement in last start: 2 ER, 7 Ks in 5 innings vs Twins

Key Batting Stats:

  • Jose Ramirez vs Hill: 4-for-8, 1 HR, 3 RBI
  • Rafael Devers vs RHP: .338/.397/.642, 14 HR, 33 RBI
  • Other successful Guardians vs Hill:
    • Franmil Reyes (.333 in 12 AB)
    • Amed Rosario (.375 in 8 AB)
    • Austin Hedges (1 HR, 3 RBI)

The game's outcome likely depends on Civale's performance, as the Guardians' offense has shown capability against Hill historically. Both teams feature strong offenses, suggesting a competitive, close game.

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The Guardians look to avoid the sweep and build momentum before their crucial five-game series against Minnesota starting Monday.

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