MLB Moneyline Picks Tonight: Cleveland Guardians vs Tampa Bay Rays 7/13

 

Game Summary

The Cleveland Guardians will face off against the Tampa Bay Rays on July 13th at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. This game is set to be an intriguing matchup between two teams with contrasting statistics and standings. The Guardians come into this game with a record of 46-47, while the Rays boast an impressive 57-35 record. Both teams have shown strengths and weaknesses in different areas, making this a compelling game for bettors and baseball enthusiasts alike.

For the Guardians, Zack Littell takes the mound with a 3-6 record and a 4.44 ERA. Littell has been a steady presence in the rotation, though his ERA suggests he can be vulnerable. On the other side, Gavin Williams will be starting for the Rays. Williams, with a 0-1 record and a 4.82 ERA, is looking to improve and solidify his place in the starting rotation.

The Guardians have shown resilience on the road with a balanced 21-21 record. However, the Rays have been dominant at home with a stellar 30-11 record, making Tropicana Field a fortress. Offensively, the Rays have been more prolific, outscoring the Guardians 450 to 370 runs this season. The Rays' batting average of .245 also tops the Guardians' .236.

Defensively, both teams have their strengths. The Rays' ERA stands at 3.78 compared to the Guardians' 4.30, indicating a slight edge for Tampa Bay in pitching. However, the Guardians' bullpen has notched 29 saves, ranking them 5th in the league, which could be a critical factor in close games.

 

Odds and Betting Lines

Market	Odds
Over/Under	N/A
Cleveland Guardians Spread	N/A
Tampa Bay Rays Spread	N/A
Cleveland Guardians Moneyline	-109
Tampa Bay Rays Moneyline	-101

 

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
G. Williams (TB)	0-1	4.82	1.50	9.1	11	7	3	0
Z. Littell (CLE)	3-6	4.44	1.37	95.1	114	91	17	13

 

Team Previews

Cleveland Guardians

Hitting: The Guardians have struggled offensively, ranking 27th in runs scored with just 370 this season. Their team batting average is .236, placing them 20th in the league. Yandy Diaz has been a standout with a .272 average, but the team needs more contributions from the rest of the lineup.

Relief Pitching: The Guardians' bullpen has been a bright spot with 29 saves, ranking 5th in the league. Their ability to close out games could be crucial in tight contests.

Fielding: Defensively, the Guardians have committed 43 errors, ranking them tied for 24th. This is an area that needs improvement to support their pitching staff better.

Starting Pitchers: Zack Littell, with a 3-6 record and a 4.44 ERA, leads the rotation. However, his high ERA indicates that he can be hit hard, and the team will need him to step up in this game.

 

Tampa Bay Rays

Hitting: The Rays have been much better offensively, scoring 450 runs, which ranks them 7th in the league. Their team batting average of .245 is also respectable, placing them 13th. Key players like Jose Ramirez, who leads the team with 23 home runs and 77 RBIs, will be crucial in this matchup.

Relief Pitching: The Rays' bullpen has also been strong, recording 33 saves, the second-most in the league. This depth can be a deciding factor in close games.

Fielding: The Rays have committed 46 errors, ranking them tied for 19th. This is slightly better than the Guardians but still an area to watch.

Starting Pitchers: Gavin Williams, with a 0-1 record and a 4.82 ERA, will be looking to make an impact. His WHIP of 1.50 is a concern, indicating he allows too many baserunners.

 

Team Injuries

Cleveland Guardians

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Sam Hentges	RP	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Jul 27

 

Tampa Bay Rays

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Drew Rasmussen	SP	Elbow	Expected to be out until at least Aug 16
Wander Franco	SS	Personal	Out for the season

 

Betting Trends

• Guardians are 46-47 overall this season.
• Rays are 57-35 overall this season.
• Guardians are 21-21 on the road.
• Rays are 30-11 at home.
• Guardians have a team ERA of 4.30.
• Rays have a team ERA of 3.78.
• Guardians bullpen has 29 saves (5th in the league).
• Rays bullpen has 33 saves (2nd in the league).
• Guardians are 27th in runs scored.
• Rays are 7th in runs scored.

 

Recent Games

Cleveland Guardians

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Detroit	10-1	L
@ Detroit	5-4	L
@ Detroit	9-8	W
@ Detroit	1-0	L
vs San Francisco	5-4	W

 

Tampa Bay Rays

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs New York	5-4	W
vs New York	2-1	L
vs New York	5-3	W
@ Texas	13-2	L
@ Texas	4-3	L

 

Team Rankings

Category	Guardians	Rays
Hitting	20th	13th
Starting Pitching	22nd	9th
Relief Pitching	5th	2nd
Fielding	24th	19th

 

Significant Betting Stats

• Guardians are 46-47 overall this season.
• Rays are 57-35 overall this season.
• Guardians are 21-21 on the road.
• Rays are 30-11 at home.
• Guardians have a team ERA of 4.30.
• Rays have a team ERA of 3.78.
• Guardians bullpen has 29 saves (5th in the league).
• Rays bullpen has 33 saves (2nd in the league).
• Guardians are 27th in runs scored.
• Rays are 7th in runs scored.

 

Weather

The weather at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida is expected to be cloudy with a temperature of 85°F. Since Tropicana Field is an indoor stadium, weather conditions are unlikely to affect the game.

 

Prediction