The Tampa Bay Rays (85-69) and the Cleveland Guardians (86-68) play the middle contest of a 3-game set at Progressive Field Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 6:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rays vs. Guardians odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Series tied 2-2
The Rays picked up the 6-5 victory in 11 innings in a seesaw affair as moderate underdogs Tuesday. It was especially impressive considering the players and coaches likely had their minds on family and friends back in the Tampa Bay/St. Petersburgh area with Hurricane Ian approaching.
The Guardians saw their 7-game win streak go up in smoke with the extra-innings loss, but Cleveland likely took its foot off the gas a little after clinching the AL Central Division over the weekend.