MLB

Dodgers vs Guardians

Blue bats expect to drown out the Guards

Los Angeles Dodgers

Dodgers (32-20) VS Guardians (29-22)

May 26, 2025 | 6:10 p.m. ET | Progressive Field, Cleveland

Cleveland Guardians
Moneyline Pick - Los Angeles Dodgers (-165): B

The Dodgers enter this matchup on a two-game skid but showcase a lineup firing on all cylinders, while the Guardians are still trying to stabilize after dropping their win streak on top of dealing with multiple injuries. Cleveland remains without key contributors, weakening both their rotation and the heart of their order. Los Angeles, meanwhile, counters with a more complete and well-rested roster, including a starter who’s excelled at limiting baserunners and a top-of-the-order trio consistently producing.

With one team operating at near full strength and the other scrambling to patch holes, laying the chalk on L.A. feels justified even at –165. The deeper staff and consistent offense tip the scale enough to warrant a B-grade play, especially as both clubs begin navigating midseason urgency.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 26/05/2025 09:44

Over/Under Pick - Over 8, (-115): B

The Dodgers enter Cleveland having dropped back to back games against the Mets, averaging over four runs per game in their last three series, and their offense shows little sign of slowing down. Cleveland remains competitive despite some injury setbacks on the mound, and they lean on a strong offensive centrepiece to generate production. Both teams have playoff aspirations (a requirement for the Dodgers, and a outcome for the Guardians, having traded away big stars before the season) and sit comfortably above .500, raising the stakes even before the All-Star break.

With potent bats on both sides and bullpens still navigating early-season workloads, the total of eight feels slightly low. Even with calm weather in play, these lineups have already combined for over 100 home runs, making the Over a solid choice backed by consistent recent output. The play earns a confident B-grade on value and probability.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 26/05/2025 09:44

Spread Pick - Cleveland Guardians, +1.5 (-115): B

The Dodgers arrive looking to steady themselves after a brief stumble, made more complicated by recent pitching injuries and offensive absences. Cleveland, on the other hand, rides four wins in their last five with steady table-setting and timely hitting fueling the surge. Both teams have enough firepower to keep this close, but the Guardians’ bullpen freshness and situational poise offer a slight edge late.

With Cleveland showing consistency in tight games and the Dodgers managing a heavy recent bullpen load, taking the extra run and a half makes sense. The line offers decent value at near-even money and grades out as a smart, measured play in a game likely decided by small margins.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 26/05/2025 09:44

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