The Cleveland Guardians are geared up to challenge the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on the night of September 7, 2024, at 21:10, under what is expected to be a clear sky. Starting on the pitcher’s mound for the Guardians will be Gavin Williams, who has earned a 4.551 ERA thus far. The starting pitcher for the Dodgers has yet to be announced.

In the AL Central Division, the Guardians hold the second position with 81 wins and 60 losses, giving them a winning percentage of .574. Notably strong in divisional play, they stand first with 24 victories against 21 defeats. The team also touts a robust track record with 6 wins in their recent 10 games and a current winning streak of one game. They’ve been particularly successful at home with a 43-25 record, though their road performance shows a slight dip at 38-35. Daytime games have seen 33 wins, but their night game performance is exceptional with 48 wins. The Guardians have tallied 639 runs while giving up 560.

The Dodgers are closely matched in the NL West, seated at second with an 84-57 record which translates to a .596 winning percentage. Their division record is impressive, standing at 24-19, placing them first as well. The team has maintained a steady pace, winning 6 of their last 10 matchups, though they are currently on a 2-game losing streak. With a strong home record of 45-25 and a competent road record of 39-32, they excel in night games, having secured 59 wins compared to 25 in day games. In terms of scoring, the Dodgers have managed 702 runs and conceded 592.

Turning to the odds, this matchup presents some intriguing betting opportunities. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Dodgers, with an over/under at 8.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. In moneyline terms, the Guardians stand at +143, making them underdogs, while the Dodgers are more favored at -174. These odds indicate a slight advantage to the Dodgers but also suggest that the game could be closely contested, possibly turning on the performance of the starting pitchers and recent form.