The Cleveland Guardians (32-27) face the Los Angeles Dodgers (39-23) at Dodger Stadium on Friday, June 17, with first pitch at 10:10 p.m. ET. The Guardians enter on a hot streak, having won eight of their last ten games and completing a sweep of the Rockies.

Betting Odds:

• Dodgers: -260 (favorites)
• Guardians: +215
• Run line: Guardians +1.5 (+104)
• Over/Under: 8 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• Guardians: Zach Plesac (2-4, 4.70 ERA, 1.29 WHIP)
• Dodgers: Clayton Kershaw (4-1, 2.12 ERA, 0.79 WHIP)

Key Stats:

• Guardians have won 5 straight series
• Dodgers are 19-10 at home
• Cleveland ranks 10th in MLB scoring (4.67 runs/game)
• Dodgers have won 17 of last 20 vs AL Central

Key Players:

• Guardians: Jose Ramirez (.306, 16 HR, 62 RBI)
• Dodgers: Mookie Betts (.273, 17 HR, 53 R)

The Guardians look to continue their momentum against tough competition, while the Dodgers aim to regain their NL West lead after falling a half-game behind the Padres. Cleveland sits just two games behind Minnesota in the AL Central race.

Though the Dodgers are heavily favored, the Guardians' recent success on the road (won 5 of last 6) makes them an intriguing underdog, especially with their strong offensive production.

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