The Cleveland Guardians (52-49) host the Arizona Diamondbacks (45-56) at Progressive Field for a three-game series, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m. The Guardians enter after winning their series against the Rays, while Arizona was swept by Atlanta.

Betting Lines:

• Guardians: -156 (Favorites)
• Diamondbacks: +132
• Run line: Arizona +1.5 (-162)
• Over/Under: 8.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• Diamondbacks: Zach Davies (2-4, 3.94 ERA) - Returning from IL
• Guardians: Cal Quantrill (7-5, 3.97 ERA)

Key Stats:

• Guardians are 6-2 in last 8 home games
• Guardians are 5-1 in last 6 interleague games
• Diamondbacks are 18-29 on the road
• Jose Ramirez leads Guardians: .288 AVG, 21 HR, 84 RBI
• Christian Walker leads D-backs: 23 HR, 52 RBI

The Guardians, just one game behind Minnesota in the AL Central, look well-positioned to win this opener. Arizona has struggled on the road and is rebuilding, having already traded David Peralta. Davies will be limited to 50-60 pitches in his return from injury, giving Cleveland's offense, led by Jose Ramirez and Amed Rosario (7-for-10 vs Davies), a clear advantage.

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