The Baltimore Orioles (67-60) face the Cleveland Guardians (67-59) in a crucial three-game series opener at Progressive Field, with first pitch at 6:10 p.m.

Game Odds:

• Guardians: -154 (Favorites)
• Orioles: +130
• Run line: Baltimore +1.5 (-164)
• Over/Under: 8.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• Orioles: Spenser Watkins (4-4, 3.96 ERA, 1.32 WHIP)
• Guardians: Cal Quantrill (10-5, 3.59 ERA, 1.20 WHIP)

Key Team Stats:

• Orioles: 1.5 games behind final Wild Card spot
• Guardians: Leading AL Central by 2 games
• Baltimore: 5-2 in last 7 games, 1-6 vs Guardians recently
• Cleveland: Has 10th-easiest remaining schedule

Key Players:

• Orioles: Anthony Santander (.258, 23 HR, 73 RBI)
• Guardians: Jose Ramirez (.283, 26 HR, 106 RBI)

Analysis: The Guardians hold an advantage with recent head-to-head success (Baltimore winless in last 6 at Progressive Field) and the more experienced starter in Quantrill. While both teams are fighting for playoff positions, Cleveland's home field advantage and stronger pitching matchup make them favorites to take the opener.

Historical Note: Cedric Mullins has had success against Quantrill, going 2-for-4 with a home run. This will be the Guardians' first time facing Watkins.

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