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Guardians ML vs Yankees
Cleveland’s riding a five-game win streak and is 7-1 at home, while Carlos Rodón (4.34 ERA) faces a lineup that’s delivered late in games. Luis Ortiz’s 5.48 ERA and control issues give the Guardians the edge in the finale.
Twins -1.5 vs White Sox
Minnesota’s won 13 straight at home against the White Sox and now faces a 5-18 Chicago team that’s 1-10 on the road. Rookie David Festa (4.90 ERA) gets a soft matchup against one of MLB’s worst offenses.
Over 8.5 – Cardinals at Braves
With Miles Mikolas (7.64 ERA) and Bryce Elder (7.20 ERA) on the mound, expect runs. Both starters have struggled, and Atlanta’s offense has surged to top-10 in scoring this month.
⚾ Game Previews
Orioles at Nationals
Tomoyuki Sugano (2-1, 3.43 ERA) looks to stabilize a faltering Baltimore rotation after a 7-0 shutout loss, while Washington counters with Trevor Williams (5.95 ERA) riding the high of Tuesday’s win.
• Orioles have covered in 5 of their last 6 road games after a loss
White Sox at Twins
Bryse Wilson makes his first start after nine solid relief outings, facing a Twins lineup that’s won 13 straight at home vs Chicago. Rookie David Festa (4.90 ERA) aims to keep momentum going for Minnesota.
• Twins have outscored the White Sox 157–83 in their last 25 meetings
Cardinals at Braves
Two struggling starters—Miles Mikolas (7.64 ERA) and Bryce Elder (7.20 ERA)—set the table for fireworks in a midweek matinee. Atlanta’s won 4 of 5 behind a resurgent offense.
• Cardinals rank bottom 5 in HRs this month (15 total)
Brewers at Giants
Logan Webb (2.40 ERA) faces Freddy Peralta (1.91 ERA) in a heavyweight pitching duel after Milwaukee's 11-3 Game 2 win. Both teams are above .500 and in early playoff position battles.
• Peralta: 11.7 K/9, opponents hitting just .187 off him
Yankees at Guardians
Carlos Rodón (2-3, 4.34 ERA) looks to stop Cleveland’s five-game win streak, going up against Luis Ortiz (5.48 ERA), who’s struggled with control. Cleveland’s bullpen and timely hitting have been dominant at home.
• Guardians: 7-1 at home this season
Blue Jays at Astros
Ryan Gusto (3.18 ERA) and Bowden Francis (3.13 ERA) face off in a matchup of quietly effective young arms. Jeremy Peña’s 13-game hit streak anchors a surging Astros offense.
• Blue Jays have been outscored by 17 runs over their last 10 games
Reds at Marlins
Brady Singer (3-0, 3.80 ERA) has been sharp and already beat Miami once, while Sandy Alcantara (7.27 ERA) continues to fight control issues post-TJ surgery. Elly De La Cruz and Noelvi Marte lead a dangerous Reds lineup.
• Singer: 10.1 K/9 and 0.8 HR/9 this season
Mariners at Red Sox
Sean Newcomb (3.63 ERA) looks for his first win as Boston tries to stay hot, facing Mariners rookie Emerson Hancock (12.71 ERA), who couldn’t escape the first inning in his last start.
• 10 of last 11 Mariners–Red Sox games at Fenway have gone OVER
Phillies at Mets
Zack Wheeler (13 K last outing) faces his former team as the Phillies try to avoid a sweep. David Peterson (3.27 ERA) and MLB’s best ERA staff look to stay red-hot at home.
• Mets: MLB-best 2.37 team ERA
Rays at Diamondbacks
Taj Bradley (5.24 ERA) faces a Diamondbacks offense ranked third in runs, led by Corbin Carroll and Josh Naylor. Arizona has won 7 of 10, while Tampa Bay's dropped 6 of 7.
• Diamondbacks: 5+ runs in 6 of last 8 wins
Rangers at Athletics
Kumar Rocker (6.38 ERA) tries to settle in vs JP Sears (3.13 ERA), who’s been lights-out at home. Oakland’s Tyler Soderstrom (9 HR, 19 RBI) continues to be a power threat.
• Rangers are 5-1 when scoring 5+ runs this season
Tigers at Padres
Reese Olson (4.50 ERA) leads the 9-3 Tigers at home against Padres lefty Kyle Hart (6.48 ERA). Detroit has won three straight Olson starts.
• Tigers: 9-3 record at Comerica Park
Rockies at Royals
German Márquez (8.27 ERA) vs Michael Lorenzen (4.57 ERA) in a matchup between two of MLB’s worst offenses. Kansas City tries to build on Tuesday’s extra-inning win.
• Rockies: averaging just 3.24 runs per game
Pirates at Angels
Andrew Heaney (2.13 ERA) leads the Pirates against rookie Jack Kochanowicz (6.20 ERA) after a 9-3 opener win. LA’s offense has been thin despite Trout’s power.
• Pirates starters have allowed 2 ER or fewer in 6 of last 8 games
Dodgers at Cubs
Cubs send out Matthew Boyd (2.01 ERA) in a rubber match at Wrigley. The Cubs lead MLB in scoring and have hit Dodgers lefties well.
• Dodgers batting just .196 vs left-handed pitching this season
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