The Cleveland Guardians (28-26) aim to secure their series against the Oakland Athletics (20-40) at Progressive Field, with first pitch at 4:10 p.m.

Game Preview:

• Triston McKenzie delivered a strong performance Friday, allowing just two runs over six innings with six strikeouts
• Jose Ramirez went 3-for-4 with a home run and two doubles
• Seth Brown and Sean Murphy each hit solo home runs for Oakland

Betting Lines:

• Guardians: -120 (favorites)
• Athletics: +102
• Run line: Oakland +1.5 (-230)
• Over/Under: 7.5 runs

Pitching Matchup: Athletics: Frankie Montas (2-6, 3.06 ERA)

• 78 strikeouts in 70.2 innings
• 1.00 WHIP

Guardians: Zach Plesac (2-4, 4.72 ERA)

• 41 strikeouts in 55.1 innings
• Won last start vs. Orioles: 6 IP, 2 ER, 8 K

Key Notes:

• Oakland has lost 10 straight games
• Cleveland has won 8 of their last 10
• Guardians are 15-9 at home
• Jose Ramirez hitting .357 vs. Montas with 1 HR
• Andres Gimenez: 2-for-4 vs. Montas with 1 HR, 4 RBI

Cleveland looks to secure their fourth straight series win against a struggling Oakland team, though they face a tough test in Montas, Oakland's top trade candidate. The Guardians will rely on Plesac to build on his recent strong outing while their offense tries to continue their hot streak.

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