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Cleveland vs Minnesota

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Cleveland Guardians

Guardians (25-20) VS Twins (26-20)

19 May 2025 | 7:40 PM ET | Target Field, Minneapolis

Minnesota Twins
Moneyline Pick – Minnesota Twins (-135): B

Cleveland comes into this one on a four-game skid, turning to a relatively young arm against a Minnesota team that just snapped a thirteen game win streak. The Twins counter with a rested starter who’s been excellent in recent outings and owns strong underlying numbers against this opposing lineup. While Cleveland’s offense has historically found some success in this matchup, their bullpen questions and key absences put them at a disadvantage late.

Minnesota’s recent boost at the plate and the return of a key bullpen piece give them a clear edge in overall staff depth and late-inning control. Backing the Twins at a modest price gains traction here, especially with their stronger home form and more stable roster.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 19/05/2025 09:47

Over/Under Pick - Over 7.5 (-110): B

Cleveland enters on a four-game loss streak despite a red-hot middle of the order, while Minnesota’s recent bullpen injuries have exposed some late-game vulnerabilities. With a key rotation piece still out, the Guardians will have to rely more heavily on middle relief behind their starter. On the other side, the Twins have picked up offensive steam with a recent uptick in scoring and the return of a key bat energizing the top of the order. Given the matchups and both teams’ tendency to keep their foot on the gas in a tight division race, this sets up for more scoring opportunities than the number suggests.

Both lineups are finding ways to generate runs, and with pitching depth stretched on either side, the posted total of 7.5 looks light. Expect some early fireworks and late-inning swings to push this one into higher-scoring territory.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 19/05/2025 09:47

Spread Pick - Cleveland Guardians, +1.5 (-190): B

Cleveland enters this matchup with one of the league’s hottest hitters fuelling their offense and a bullpen that’s been lights out over the past few weeks, while Minnesota's dream run has ended after thirteen straight wins. The Twins are managing lingering lineup concerns and haven’t been able to consistently hold narrow leads, which becomes especially relevant against a Guardians team that thrives late and travels well against the spread. Even with rotation injuries thinning Cleveland’s depth, the matchup against a starter they’ve historically hit well plays in their favour.

Taking the +1.5 run line adds a useful cushion, particularly given the Guardians’ ability to claw back in tight games and the Twins’ issues closing them out. While the return isn’t massive, the trendlines and matchup history point toward solid protection on a close outcome

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 19/05/2025 09:47

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