On July 28, 2024, a major league showdown is set to take place at Citizens Bank Park as the Cleveland Guardians visit the Philadelphia Phillies. Both teams are poised for an exciting matchup beginning at 1:35 pm under clear skies. Pitching for the Guardians, Joey Cantillo will take the mound, while the Phillies count on Kolby Allard, each starting the game with a pristine ERA of 0.000.

In the current standing within the AL Central Division, the Guardians sit confidently at the top with a record of 62-42, achieving a 0.60 winning percentage. Recently, they have conquered four of their last 10 games, despite a current losing streak (L1). On the road, their performance shows a slightly less dominant side with 29 wins against 27 losses. Comparatively, at home and in day games, they have been stronger.

Shifting focus to the Phillies, who also top the NL East Division with a record of 65-39 (0.63 winning percentage), they’ve won their last game and maintain a solid home field advantage with a 38-17 record. While they shine under the night lights with 43 wins, their day game performance also holds up well.

Looking at the game odds, the Phillies are favored with a Point Spread of -1.5 and an OverUnder of 9.5. Bettors eyeing the money lines will see +122 for the Guardians and -145 for the Phillies, suggesting a slight advantage towards the home team. These odds indicate a close game, with the Phillies expected to have a minor edge, potentially making them a safer bet for those looking to lean on the favorite.