Diamondbacks vs. Guardians: August 1 MLB Betting Lines and Game Preview
The Cleveland Guardians (52-49) host the Arizona Diamondbacks (45-56) at Progressive Field for a three-game series, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m. The Guardians enter fresh off a series win against the Rays, while Arizona was swept by Atlanta.
Betting Odds:
- Guardians: -156 (favorites)
- Diamondbacks: +132
- Run line: Arizona +1.5 (-162)
- Over/Under: 8.5 runs
Pitching Matchup:
- Diamondbacks: Zach Davies (2-4, 3.94 ERA) - Returns from IL, limited to 50-60 pitches
- Guardians: Cal Quantrill (7-5, 3.97 ERA)
Key Stats:
- Guardians are 6-2 in last 8 home games
- Guardians are 5-1 in last 6 interleague games
- Diamondbacks are 18-29 on the road this season
- Jose Ramirez leads Guardians: .288/.361/.570, 21 HR, 84 RBI
- Christian Walker leads D-backs: .200/.306/.437, 23 HR, 52 RBI
The Guardians aim to maintain pressure on the AL Central-leading Twins, sitting just one game back. Cleveland's strong home record and Arizona's road struggles suggest favorable conditions for the Guardians to start the series with a win.
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Head-to-head success: Amed Rosario is 7-for-10 lifetime against Davies, while Franmil Reyes is 3-for-4, giving Cleveland's lineup proven success against tonight's starter.
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