The Texas Rangers (26-29) face the Cleveland Guardians (25-26) in the series finale at Progressive Field, with first pitch at 7:10 p.m.

Game Preview:

• The Guardians are favored at -162 (Rangers +136)
• Run line: Texas +1.5 (-166)
• Over/under: 7.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• Rangers: Dane Dunning (1-3, 4.11 ERA)

  • Last 3 starts: 17.2 IP, 9 runs, 21 hits
  • 63 strikeouts in 61.1 innings this season

• Guardians: Shane Bieber (3-3, 3.12 ERA)

  • Won last 2 starts (3 ER in 15 IP)
  • 62 strikeouts in 60.2 innings this season

Key Players to Watch:

• Rangers: Marcus Semien

  • Hot streak: 7 hits including 3 HRs in last 2 games
  • Season: .221/.280/.355, 6 HR, 22 RBI, 30 runs, 10 SB

• Guardians: Jose Ramirez

  • Season: .280/.386/.608, 14 HR, 53 RBI
  • Strong vs Dunning: 2-for-4, HR, 3 RBI

Analysis: Cleveland has advantages with:

• Home field (12-9 record)
• Ace pitcher Bieber on good form
• Rangers' 4-9 record in last 13 at Progressive Field

The Guardians look positioned to win their third straight series, especially with Bieber on the mound against an inconsistent Dunning.

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