Guardians Look to Complete Sweep Against Royals in Wednesday Night Matchup

Guardians Look to Complete Sweep Against Royals in Wednesday Night Matchup

By Michael Harrison

December 29, 2024 at 10:29 PM

The Cleveland Guardians (70-64) take on the Kansas City Royals (55-82) in the series finale at Kauffman Stadium, with first pitch at 8:10 p.m. The Guardians aim to complete the sweep after winning Tuesday's game 4-1.

Game Details:

  • Guardians (-134) vs Royals (+115)
  • Run line: Royals +1.5 (-154)
  • Over/Under: 7.5 runs

Starting Pitchers:

  • Guardians: Cody Morris (0-0, 9.00 ERA)
  • Royals: Zack Greinke (4-8, 4.14 ERA)

Key Stats:

  • Jose Ramirez last 30 days: .263/.330/.444, 5 HR, 21 RBI
  • Andres Gimenez last 30 days: .318/.396/.489, 3 HR, 10 RBI
  • Salvador Perez (Royals): 20 HR, 65 RBI, 40 runs in 364 AB

The Guardians lead the AL Central by 1.5 games over Minnesota and look to build momentum before their crucial upcoming series with the Twins. The struggling Royals sit 16.5 games back in the division.

Matchup History:

  • Austin Hedges has homered off Greinke
  • Jose Ramirez hits .273 vs Greinke (11 AB)
  • Amed Rosario hits .333 vs Greinke (15 AB)
  • No Royals have faced Morris previously

The Guardians aim to complete the sweep and maintain their division lead heading into Thursday's off day before the pivotal Twins series begins Friday.

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