Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 10/15/24 – The stage is set for Game 2 in the series between Cleveland Guardians, who had a season record of 92-69, and New York Yankees, who are marginally better with 94-68 in the Championship of the American League. There had already been a game that was critical in determining the series’ direction, especially because the Yankees won the first one. This duel looks quite interesting and promising for gamblers and everybody else who is looking for a free baseball postseason prediction.
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 10/15/24
| When: | Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:38 PM ET |
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| Where: | Yankee Stadium |
| TV: | TBS |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees 10/15/24
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Guardians | +1.5 (-154) | 7 over (-114) | +164 |  |
| Yankees | -1.5 (+125) | 7 under (-114) | -196 | |
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— Cleveland Guardians (@CleGuardians) October 12, 2024
The current betting landscape reveals the Yankees as the favorites, which isn’t surprising given their home advantage and recent performances. The Guardians, however, are not far behind and could present value for bettors looking for an upset. The total set at 7 reflects the expected pitcher’s duel, suggesting a low-scoring game which aligns with both teams’ recent trends towards the UNDER.
Tanner Bibee (12-8, 3.47 ERA) vs. Gerrit Cole (8-5, 3.41 ERA)
Tanner Bibee has been incredibly calm and serene throughout the entire season. In the past two seasons and 173.2 innings pitched, Bibee has helped the Guardians be respectable starters with a 3.47 ERA and a 1.12 WHIP. Despite the presence of 44 walks, 22 home runs allowed, and 187 strikeouts, this describes a pitcher who can still manage a game and, therefore, keep the team competitive.
On the other side, Gerrit Cole, an experienced postseason participant, has a slightly better ERA of 3.41 and a WHIP of 1.13. This season, Cole has pitched 95 innings and fanned 99 batters while giving up only 11 home runs, proving to be cluth under pressure. This past postseason specificity can benefit the Yankees and tilt the scale in favor of the Yankees once again.
The contest between Tanner Bibee and Gerrit Cole on the diamond becomes an encounter of desperation versus experience. As for Bibee, he has to outlive the dangerous Yankee hitters by relying on his good strikeouts and unusually low walk ratios. On the contrary, Cole will use his postseason and pressure sensibility to take apart the Guardians’ batters.
Guardians at the Plate: A Struggle for Consistency
Even through this season, the Cleveland Guardians have struggled in the .238’s in batting and .395 in slugging which illustrates their inconsistency at beating their opponents on different fronts. With 185 homers and 708 runs, they are the type of team that can go deep but often does not drive in a lot of runners. It is even more daunting considering the team’s struggle to get on base consistently (OBP .307) against the fierce pitching of the Yankees.
Yankees’ Offensive Power: A Cut Above
The New York Yankees outshine the Guardians with a higher .248 batting average and an impressive .429 slugging percentage. Their robust lineup has produced 815 runs and 237 home runs, led by a solid .333 on-base percentage. These statistics not only reflect their ability to generate scoring opportunities but also their capacity to capitalize on them, making them a formidable opponent for any team.
Trends
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Cleveland’s last 11 games.
Cleveland are 2-7 SU in their last 9 games against NY Yankees.
Guardians are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Cleveland are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games when playing on the road against NY Yankees.
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of Cleveland’s last 20 games against an opponent in the American League.
New York Yankees Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Yankees’ last 5 games.
NY Yankees are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of NY Yankees’ last 15 games against Cleveland.
NY Yankees are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Cleveland.
NY Yankees are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the American League.
Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees Betting Prediction
An in-depth analysis of team performance and betting trends shows that a low-scoring, close-range match can be expected. The Yankees are the better bet due to their superior batting order and home-field advantage. With solid offensive numbers and Gerrit Cole having always delivered at important times, the CPU has been satisfactorily upbeat.
Given that, bettors might consider the Yankees’ money line to be very low on risk. American bettors may, however, venture the total UNDER, which has been the trend in many games for both teams recently. The top sportsbook sites also have many positive inclinations toward these bets.
Score Prediction: Yankees 4, Guardians 2.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: October 15, 2024
Last updated: March 26, 2025