The Cleveland Guardians (34-28) face the Minnesota Twins (38-30) in a crucial AL Central showdown at Target Field, with first pitch at 7:40 p.m. Just one game separates these division rivals, as Cleveland aims to extend their recent hot streak.

Game Details:

• Odds: Twins (-174) vs Guardians (+146)
• Run Line: Guardians +1.5 (-134)
• Over/Under: 9 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• Guardians: Aaron Civale (2-3, 7.84 ERA)
• Twins: Joe Ryan (5-3, 2.81 ERA)

Key Stats:

• Guardians have won 8 of their last 10 games
• Jose Ramirez leads Cleveland: .305 avg, 16 HR, 62 RBI
• Byron Buxton leads Minnesota: 19 HR, .233 avg
• Twins are 20-14 at home this season

Recent Form:

• Guardians: Won 2 of 3 vs Dodgers
• Twins: Lost 2 of 3 vs Diamondbacks

Why It Matters: Cleveland has won six straight series and could tie Minnesota for the division lead with a victory. With 8 of their next 11 games against each other, this series could reshape the AL Central standings.

The Guardians' success hinges on Civale's return from injury and their ability to contain Minnesota's offense, which averages 4.41 runs per game (14th in MLB). The Twins look to maintain their division lead behind Joe Ryan's strong pitching and home field advantage.

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