The Los Angeles Dodgers are poised to complete a three-game sweep against the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday, following their victories of 7-2 on Monday and 9-5 on Tuesday. Currently, the Dodgers hold a record of 34-21 and have demonstrated resilience with two consecutive wins, though they post a 15-13 record away from home this season. In contrast, the Guardians are battling a three-game losing streak, bringing their season record to 29-25, and they are 14-10 at home.
The final match is set to begin at 1:10 p.m. ET at Progressive Field in Cleveland. Historically, the Dodgers have been dominant over the Guardians, winning six of their last seven encounters. The latest betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook list the Dodgers as -156 favorites, with an over/under set at 9 runs for the game.
Looking to the matchup, the Dodgers will have veteran left-hander Clayton Kershaw (0-0, 7.50 ERA) on the mound. Kershaw, returning from injury, is set to make his third start of the season. His performance has been encouraging; he recently pitched two hitless innings against the New York Mets. With a lifetime record of 212-94 and a career ERA of 2.51 over 431 starts, Kershaw is a formidable presence on the mound.
The Dodgers’ offensive strength is significantly bolstered by Shohei Ohtani, who is in fine form after homering twice in the previous two games against the Guardians and maintaining a .296 batting average this season, with 20 home runs and 35 RBIs.
On the other side, the Guardians are expected to start left-hander Kolby Allard (2-0, 1.50 ERA), who has shown promise in his limited innings as a reliever this season. Left fielder Steven Kwan is also contributing to Cleveland’s offense with a solid .314 batting average. He has been consistent at the plate, recording hits in six of his last seven games.
As the Dodgers seek to extend their winning streak, both teams will look for opportunities to gain an edge in this competitive matchup. The game not only highlights the impressive skills of players like Kershaw and Ohtani but also underscores the unpredictability of baseball, where anything can happen on game day.
The excitement of live sports continues to evoke a sense of community and anticipation among fans, making this final game a must-watch.