Saturday, July 22's MLB schedule features the Philadelphia Phillies (52-45) and Cleveland Guardians (48-49) meeting for the second time in as many days at Progressive Field.
- Phillies vs Guardians Game Info
- Phillies vs Guardians Odds & Spread
- Phillies vs Guardians Betting Trends
- Phillies vs Guardians Prediction & Pick
- Phillies vs Guardians Best Bet
Phillies vs Guardians Game Info
- Date:'Saturday, July 22, 2023
- Time:'7:10 p.m. ET
- Venue:'Progressive Field — Cleveland, Ohio
Coverage:'NBC, Bally Sports Great Lakes
The Guardians are searching for their fourth win in five games following yesterday's 6-5 win over the Phillies. Cleveland catcher David Fry recorded two RBIs on two hits while closer Emmanuel Clase shut down Philadelphia's bats in the ninth inning for his 26th save of the season.
Phillies vs Guardians Odds & Spread
- Moneyline:'PHI: (-124) | CLE: (+106)
- Spread:'PHI: -1.5 (+114) | CLE: +1.5 (-137)
- To tal:'8 — Over: (-114) | Under: (-106)
The Phillies enter this contest as road favorites on the moneyline and spread per FanDuel Sportsbook's odds. This 7:10 p.m. ET clash also features an over/under of 8 runs with the Over being favored at -114 odds.
Phillies vs Guardians Betting Trends
- Philadelphia is 13-3 straight up (SU) in its last 16 road games.
- Cleveland is 6-1 SU in its last seven home games against Philadelphia.
- The total has hit the Under in 12 of Philadelphia's last 18 games against the AL Central.
- The total has hit the Over in each of Cleveland's last five games.
Phillies vs Guardians Prediction & Pick
Yesterday's loss was a rare one for the Phillies, who've won 13 of their previous 16 away games. Philly's odds of returning to those winning ways hinge on starting pitcher Zack Wheeler. The former Cy Young finalist has looked comfortable on the road recently, going 2-0 with a 2.00 ERA in his last three road starts.
Nevertheless, Guardians rookie SP Tanner Bibee hasn't been a slouch lately. He's won two of his last four appearances with a 1.59 ERA along the way, also stri king out 26 batters over 22 2/3 innings. Still, it can't be ignored that the Phillies are 13-7 SU against right-handed AL starters in 2023.
The Phillies' strong road play has me siding with them tonight – especially with a plus-3.9 average run margin in their last 16 away contests. Throw in the fact that the Guardians have a losing record at home (7-9 SU) against NL clubs and I just don't see an upset occurring.
Motivated by the need to hold on to the final NL wild-card spot, look for the Phillies to get a win back.
Final Score Prediction:'Phillies: 5 | Guardians: 4
Phillies vs Guardians Best Bet
Even though I'm taking the Phillies to win, I still expect the Guardians to showcase a bit of offense. After all, opponents have averaged 4.8 runs in the last four games that Wheeler has started. Additionally, Cleveland has scored five-plus runs in each of its last five outings.
Again, the Phillies are in a good spot to win but don't expect the Guardians to let their visitors go unchallenged.
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